Directions:
In a saucepan stir together the water, wine, sugar, zest, rosemary, and peppercorns, bring to a boil, stirring, until sugar is dissolved. Simmer for 4 minutes. Strain the syrup to remove solids. Chill, covered, until cold. Stir in the orange juice. Toss melon balls with the syrup.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 c water
- 1/2 c white wine
- 1/2 c sugar
- 3-inch strip of orange zest
- 1 Tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tsp whole black peppercorns
- 1/4 c fresh orange juice
- 4 c melon balls cut from a honeydew melon or cantaloupe
