1 large seedless watermelon - for the basket
For the rest of the fruit, mix and match as
you see fit:
cantaloupe
honeydew melon
seedless grapes
peaches
nectarines
strawberries
blueberries
raspberries
blackberries
plums
oranges
etc.
For Garnish:
Lemon, lime or orange slices, grapes,
melon balls or cherries toothpicks
Tools:
Serrated knife (jack-o-lantern carving
knives work well) melon baller OR simply cut the fruit into bite sized chunks
Instructions:
With a serrated knife, cut out two
sides of the basket, leaving the handle in the middle. Make the handle larger
than you desire it to be.
Cut out as much of the inside
watermelon in large chunks that you can. Be careful not to break the handle
while doing so. To scoop out the remaining watermelon clinging to the rind, I
always find that its easy to get at it by scraping with the side of a soup
spoon. You can also remove all of the watermelon by using a melon baller, which
takes more time. Trim the handle.
Cut all fruit into evenly sized
chunks. Load into Watermelon Basket and chill before serving.
Serve with toothpicks or a large
serving spoon.