As soon as I saw the photo above on a website, I knew that I had to carve my very own watermelon brain for a Halloween party I’ll be attending this weekend. But like everything lately, I ran out of time and I don’t think I’ll be able to put my carving skills to the test this week. So, I’ll do the … [Read more...]
RECIPE: WATERMELON CAKE
The great thing about this recipe is that it uses pieces of watermelon in the cake and watermelon juice in the frosting. And it also looks like watermelon when it’s sliced and served. The original recipe called for red food coloring in the frosting to make it red, which I guess works for the top … [Read more...]
RECIPE: DEEP FRIED WATERMELON
I’ve always held a special place in my heart (and stomach) for deep fried foods. I actually received a deep fryer as a gift a few years ago. I imagined cooking all sorts of things in it. French fries and chicken wings, of course, but also unusual things like ice cream and pickles and carnival … [Read more...]
RECIPE: RED, WHITE & BLUE WATERMELON PIZZA
To help celebrate Independence Day this year, I adapted a recipe from one I found on the National Watermelon Promotion Board website. It’s technically a “kids” recipe, but who cares? I certainly don’t because it looks and tastes great and that’s all that matters! This is one of those things you … [Read more...]
RECIPE: BREAKFAST A GO-GO
I’m usually not “a go-go” in the morning but this recipe sounds like it could put some extra pep in my step. It’s simple to make – just three ingredients – and a nice departure from my usual “toast,” “leftover pizza” or “nothing.” INGREDIENTS 1/3 cup low fat granola ¾ cup de-seeded watermelon … [Read more...]
FEATURED RECIPE: CINCO DE MAYO WATERMELON SALSA
Happy Cinco de Mayo! Most people aren’t really sure what Cinco de Mayo is, except that it’s an opportunity each year to have fun with friends and sample some awesome south-of-the-border-themed food and drinks on the fifth of May. While that may be true, it’s actually a lot more than that. Here’s the … [Read more...]
FEATURED RECIPE: EASY, CREAMY WATERMELON PIE
Being a guy, my culinary skills have certain limitations. I know, I know, there are lots of guys out there who are great cooks, so I really have no excuse, but at least I’m willing to admit my weaknesses. Which is why, when I saw the word “easy” in the name of this recipe, I had to put that claim to … [Read more...]