Watermelon Juice
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On a hot summer day, there's nothing like a pitcher of sweet, refreshing watermelon juice to keep you hydrated.
Cook Time:
Prep Time:15 min
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Total Time:15 min
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
1 1 small watermelon, about 6 pounds
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Sugar/honey/agave nectar to taste
3 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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Crushed ice to serve
Preparation:
Slice the watermelon in half. If it has seeds use a small spoon to scoop out the seeds. Discard the seeds, and scoop chunks of watermelon from the rind into the blender. Pulse the watermelon using little water in batches.
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