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Mint Fruit Salad

Directions: Scoop out cantaloupe with melon baller and place balls in a bowl. You should have about 2 cups. Pour any cantaloupe juice in to the bowl. Peel kiwi, cut crosswise into thin slices, then quarter the slices. Add to bowl. Hull and slice enough strawberries lengthwise to make 1 cup and place in the […]

Mild Salsa

Directions: Finely chop garlic and jalapenos in a food processor. Add tomatillos and chop again. Pour mixture into a large bowl and add the remaining ingredients. Serve immediately, or refrigerate. Ingredients: 1 clove garlic 2-6 jalapenos, seeds removed 1/2 c tomatillos, approx. 4 small 2 1/2 c plum tomatoes, diced 1 med onion, finely diced […]

Melon in Rosemary Syrup

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 […]

Mashed Turnips

Directions: Peel, wash, and quarter turnips. Boil 35-45 minutes or until tender. Strain and rinse cooked turnips. Place in large mixing bowl and use fork to break up turnips into smaller bits.Add milk and butter. Blend to desired consistency. Add salt and pepper to taste. Ingredients: 7 large turnips 1 cup milk 2 tablespoons butter […]