Watermelon Fruit Basket

1. 1

   CUT a thin slice from bottom of 1 medium watermelon so it will sit flat, being careful not to cut through rind to melon.

2. 2

   USING a pencil and a 1 1/2- inch (4 cm) wide cardboard guide, draw scallop design about 1/3 of the way down from the top of the melon.

3. 3

   On top third, mark handle.

4. 4

   USING a sharp paring knife carefully cut watermelon to create scallops and handle; remove top section.

5. 5

   SCOOP melon into balls or wedges, reserving 6 to 8 cups (1.5 to 2 L) for fruit basket; leave shell 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick.

6. 6

   Wrap watermelon basket in plastic wrap; refrigerate until ready to serve.

7. 7

   Fill watermelon basket with mixed fresh fruit just before serving.

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