Stay Hydrated...

My kids never drink enough water. So when the heat is on this summer, I’m serving watermelon. This delicious fruit is 92 % water, full of vitamins and antioxidants, and a lot more fun than a glass of water.
There are over 200 varieties of watermelons, so mix it up and try something new. Have you ever tasted yellow watermelon? Yellow watermelons are even sweeter than traditional red melons and they add a great splash of color to a fruit salad.

How to pick the perfect melon:
Look for a round, oval or oblong melon that feels heavy for its size.
A heavy melon, is a juicier melon.
Avoid melons with soft spots or bruises.
If purchasing pre-cut melons, they should be firm in the center with a bright flesh.

Try out this recipe for Watermelon Ice to help cool off this summer.
6tbsp Sugar
4 Lime Leaves
½ c Water
1 ½ lbs. Seedless Watermelon
In a saucepan, over medium heat, add water, sugar, and lime leaves. Cook until sugar dissolves and remove from heat. Pour into a large bowl and cool. Remove watermelon rinds, chunk and pulse in a food processor until it becomes slushy. Stir into sugar mixture. Chill 4 hours, strain and freeze until firm. Thaw in refrigerator for ½ hour before serving.

Here's to staying cool!