recipe 
yields
10-12 servings
2½ cups sugar, divided
6 cups cool water, divided
8 cups cubed and seeded watermelon, cubed and seeded
Pinch of salt
A few drops lemon juice
ingredients
steps
- Make a sugar syrup by mixing 2 cups of the sugar into 4 cups of the water, then bringing mixture to a boil. Cook until sugar is dissolved and syrup appears slightly thick, 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Toss watermelon with remaining ½ cup sugar and salt. Let rest for 30 minutes.
- Using a food mill or food processor, puree watermelon. Mix with 2 cups of water and lemon juice. Churn in an ice cream maker according to instructions. Serve immediately or store in freezer.
Date Published: 07.01.12
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- From chef Bill Smith of Crook's Corner, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
