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Watermelon and Cantaloupe Kanten

Watermelon and Cantaloupe Kanten

Kanten, also called agar-agar, is a vegetable gelatin. This is a great palate refresher for a warm summer evening. Per serving: 175 calories; 2 g protein; 0 g fat; 44 g carbs; 2 g fiber

Body+Soul, September 2006 http://www.marthastewart.com/130384/watermelon-and-cantaloupe-kanten
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  • Prep Time 15 minutes
  • Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield Serves 6 to 8

Ingredients

    • 1 cantaloupe (about 3 pounds), halved and seeded
    • 1 wedge seedless watermelon (about 2 pounds)
    • 3 cups apple cider or apple juice
    • 1 cup water
    • 1/3 cup kanten flakes
    • 1/4 cup honey

Directions

  1. Scoop out cantaloupe and watermelon with a melon baller (yields about 8 cups total) and put in a 9-by-5-inch (8 cup) loaf pan; set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring cider, water, and kanten to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the kanten is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Turn off heat and stir in honey until dissolved; cool to room temperature. Pour cooled liquid over the melon and set aside at room temperature until set, about 3 hours.
  3. Invert the kanten onto a platter. Slice into individual portions and serve. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to two days.

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