Melon Snow Cones

Instructions

1. 1

   In food processor or blender, puree melon of choice.

2. 2

   In small saucepan, heat 1 cup puree and sugar over medium heat, stirring, just until sugar dissolves.

3. 3

   Pour into shallow 8- or 9-inch square metal pan; stir in remaining puree and lemon juice.

4. 4

   Every 30 minutes, break up crystals with fork as they form at edges of pan; stir frozen parts toward center.

5. 5

   Continue until entire mixture is a firm but not solid frozen mass, 3 to 4 hours.

6. 6

   Scrape ice with fork to lighten texture.

7. 7

   Scoop into paper cones with ice cream scoop.

8. 8

   Makes 3 cups, 8 servings.