Watermelon Mint Gazpacho

Name: Watermelon Mint Gazpacho
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 9 servings (2-1/4 quarts).
Ingredients: 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 cup water; 12 cups seeded chopped watermelon; 2 cups chopped honeydew; 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves; 1/4 cup lime juice; 1 teaspoon salt; TOPPING:; 1/2 cup sour cream; 2 tablespoons sugar

Nothing cools off the dog days of summer like a bowl of this refreshing watermelon chilled soup. It's subtle sweetness, touch of mint and pretty pink color make it especially appealing.

Ingredients

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
12 cups seeded chopped watermelon
2 cups chopped honeydew
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
TOPPING:
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons sugar

Directions

In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until sugar is dissolved, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature.
Working in batches if necessary, place the sugar mixture, watermelon, honeydew, mint, lime juice and salt in a food processor. Cover and process until smooth. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Combine sour cream and sugar. Garnish each serving with topping.