Holiday Food Fun

    With the 4th of July on the horizon, we thought we would share a cute party idea for a shark-shaped watermelon basket. This is an artistic spin on the old favorite fruit bowl. Dig out your pumpkin carving tools for extra cutting advantage or be sure to use a study serrated blade. There are so many ways to cut up a watermelon into fun shapes and bites, there is really no wrong answer, but be careful with your fingers.
        Jenni Myers made this cute shark bowl for fellowship time on Sunday, what a nice treat. If you need good directions for the shape check out this 5-minute video on Youtube for step-by-step directions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Lq2r1QxUvk
Shark Melon Bowl
1 small cannonball melon
1 pint blueberries
1 container pineapple chunks
2 cups cut-up strawberries
         Wash and dry all fruit. Cut a diagonal slice off the bottom of the melon so it will sit with its head up. Using a sturdy knife, cut the mouth hole open, about 3 to 4 inches across the top. Remove the watermelon from the inside using a spoon or melon ball spoon. Cut some of the rind away from the lips of the mouth opening so you can carve out the white teeth. Cut gill slits on the bottom half and use a piece of the rind to make a dorsal fin. Last but not least, remove one round circle of rind on each side to make a white eye, then add a blueberry on a toothpick for a pupil. Place fruit salad back inside the shark and serve. This makes a cute focal point for a holiday buffet.
    Make those calories with love and make them count. Good food is something to celebrate and share with others. Send recipes to hollynewby1@aol.com or call (352) 669-2430.