July 31, 2012

In season... WATERMELON!

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Cold, crisp, drippy and just a little sweet, it is exactly as refreshing as its name suggests.

So you decided to buy a whole melon at $.XX/ lb instead of a cut portion for a little bit more per pound (well, you did if you were me), and while it really never does get old on its own, what can you do to dress up this lovely little summer staple?  

I skewered little wedges with slivers of hard ricotta cheese and topped each pair with a mint leaf.  A beautiful, mild hors d'oeuvre to add to a light summer dinner.

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Pair it with a GOOD rosé.  I'm a fan of Castello di Ama Rosato,(2011) which is fuller-bodied and fragrant, with a long finish and not quite as minerally as some other roses come.  


While you're at it, surf around Castello di Ama's website.  Some cool art and education.  Another reason to appreciate the wine!


CHEERS!

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