4 cups watermelon balls or cubes
2 cups cantaloupe balls or cubes…

4 medium tart apples, peeled, cored and chopped
1 c. raisins …

Variations:

add cocoa powder while processing to create chocolate-banana ice cream
other frozen fruits work well, too. Try peaches, mangos, strawberries, or any combination.
add walnuts for banana-walnut “ice cream”
Tip: wrap bananas in plastic wrap before freezing. Be sure they’re frozen solid before using.

Peel leather off pan; let cool completely on a wire rack. Roll up leather; store in a zip-top plastic bag.

3 Cups coarsely choopped peeled apples (about 2 med.)
2 1/4 Cups coarsely chopped peeled bartlett pear (about 2 med.) …

When ready to serve, split figs and place on dessert dishes. Top with chilled cream.

Skewer the plums and broil 3 to 4 inches from the source of heat for 3-5 minutes, brushing with additional marinade at least once during broiling.

Note: cooked prunes, peach halves, or pitted cherries can replace any of the fruits, as long as 3 different fruits are used.

today i made something pretty tasty

NOTE: If using domestic vinegar, increase amount to 1 T.

Serve melons topped with the strawberry sauce.

Combine all ingredients in a large microwave-safe dish. Microwave at high 20 minutes or until apples are soft, stirring occasionally.

Overflowing with potatoes, carrots, and cabbage, this hearty stew is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any day.

2 large juicy oranges, peeled and seeded ( use the white part surrounding the orange — it’s good! Adds creaminess)…

1 ripe mango, cubed
2 cups cubed seedless watermelon