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Watermelon Skewers

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 8 to 10

Ingredients

1/4 large seedless watermelon, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2 bunches fresh mint, leaves separated
10 ounces ricotta salata, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Freshly ground pepper (optional)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Arrange the melon cubes on a serving platter. Lay a mint leaf on top of each, then add a cheese cube. Insert skewers through each stack; sprinkle with pepper, if desired.

    Step 2

    Chill, covered, until ready to serve, up to 3 hours.

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