Melon Mojito Slush

1. 1

   To make the watermelon punch bowl, remove thin slice from bottom of melon, allowing it to stand upright.

2. 2

   Cut off the top of melon.

3. 3

   Scoop out melon, leaving about 1 inch shell; reserve all melon.

4. 4

   Turn melon bowl upside down in a large bowl to drain.

5. 5

   Cover and chill.

6. 6

   In a medium saucepan, combine mint leaves and sugar.

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   Using back of wooden spoon, mash mint with sugar until leaves are bruised.

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   Add water; bring to a boil stirring occasionally over medium heat.

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   Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.

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    Remove from heat and let steep for 10 minutes, then strain.

11. 11

    In food processor, puree melon in batches to a total of 10 cups of melon puree.

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    Place puree in large bowl, add mint syrup, limeade and rum; stir.

13. 13

    Pour into freezer containers and freeze overnight.

14. 14

    Right before the party, scoop slush into hollowed out melon with a scoop for serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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