Watermelon and Cantaloupe Puree with Basil

To Make the Watermelon Puree:
Cut the rind out of a seedless watermelon (discard the rind, unless you want to use it as "plant food" for your garden) and cut it into cubes. Place the cubes in a food processor or blender and process. Strain the contents. I then Froze the pulp and used the liquid to make a watermelon lemonade (Just add lemon to the watermelon juice or drink as is).


To make the Cantaloupe Puree:
Repeat the same process as above but there is no need to strain the contents as the water content is not as high. Remember to seed the melon prior to placing in the food processor.


I already had these two purees in my freezer and was trying to think of a way to make them a little more exciting. Then, I saw basil sitting on my counter and thought, what a great combination! Just remember to finely chop the basil.
This puree is also a great candidate for cereal since the water content is so high. I use Organic Brown Cereal from Plum Organics.

What great colors! 

 Only one decent size basil leaf.

This is also adult friendly! Ball up some melon, and cut the basil into strips (chiffonade) and you have a great fruit salad for the hot, summer days! Try adding mint too!