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Minted Melon Melody

Bite-sized spheres of varicolored melon make a refreshing salad for a warm day. The mint dressing is really a sugar syrup flavored with creme de menthe, so this dish could easily be served as a dessert.

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*  Exported from  MasterCook  *                            Minted Melon Melody Recipe By     :  Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :2:00 Categories    : Desserts                         Fruits   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method --------  ------------  --------------------------------      1/2  small         honeydew melon (2-1/2 to 3 pounds)    1      medium        cantaloupe (1-3/4 to 2 pounds)    2      pounds        watermelon wedge                         mint sprigs (for garnish)                         --- Minted Dressing ---      1/4  cup           sugar    2      tablespoons   water    2      tablespoons   creme de menthe 1. Remove seeds from melons; cut into 1-inch balls. 2. Place melon balls in a glass bowl. Pour on Minted Dressing and mix lightly. Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours to blend flavors. 3. Serve in a glass bowl, garnished with mint sprigs. Minted Dressing: In a small pan mix sugar and water. Bring to a boil and boil, uncovered, for 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in creme de menthe. Let stand until cool. Yields about 1/3 cup.