Mint Melon Slush

Now that you all have read my post on the proper way to dismantle a melon, let me give you something fun to do with it. This recipe is light, sweet and refreshing.

Mint Melon Slush
Ingredients

• 1/4 (about 1 pound) honeydew melon, peeled and seeded, cut into 1-inch pieces (to yield about 2 cups.
• 3 cups crushed ice
• 1/2 packed cup fresh mint leaves
• 1 1/2 cups ginger ale
• 1/2 cup sugar 

Directions:
Add the melon, ice, mint, ginger ale, and sugar to a blender. Pulse until the mixture becomes slushy. Pour into 4 glasses and serve immediately.