Gelo Di Mellone

1. 1

   SPOON THE FLESH AWAY from the rind of the melon into a large bowl.

2. 2

   Remove seeds and liquefy in food processor or blender.

3. 3

   Combine sugar and cornstarch in a 3-quart non-reactive saucepan and add watermelon juice gradually, whisking it in.

4. 4

   Place over low heat and bring to a boil, stirring constantly with a flat-edged wooden spatula.

5. 5

   At the boil, continue cooking about 5 minutes, stirring constantly, over lowest heat.

6. 6

   Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract and pour into a mixing bowl.

7. 7

   Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming on the surface.

8. 8

   After the gelo has cooled, stir in the remaining ingredients, except the cinnamon.

9. 9

   Pour into a glass serving bowl and chill.

10. 10

    To serve the gelo, spoon into dessert bowls and sprinkle with cinnamon at the table.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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