Golden Honeydew Melons

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As you may or may not know, cantaloupe and honeydew melons are the 2 most popular melons in the US. There are actually 3 varieties of honeydew: green, gold, and orange flesh. The golden variety is becoming more popular throughout the United States. These melons have the golden shell with a firm texture honeydew taste. These melons are sweet and refreshing and are a wonderful addition to breakfast. Also, try them with a sprinkle of ginger, salt, or a squeeze of lemon or lime. These melons add sweetness to fruit salads or in refreshing drinks, such as fruit punches or daiquiris.

Melissa’s Honeydew Melons are hand-selected for excellent quality. Choose firm with sweet fragrance. Look for fruit heavy for its size, yielding slightly under pressure. Keep cut or ripe fruit in refrigerator for up to three days. Ripen at room temperature.