Think about all the watermelon rinds you toss into the garbage every summer, and consider how heavy they are. Now contemplate the fact that you pay for watermelon by the pound. You might as well throw ...

Watermelon season is a hard time for New Yorkers. It’s late summer, it’s hotter than ever, and the window air conditioners are barely working. It all makes that fat green globe nestled among its ...

A firm 4-pound watermelon should yield enough rind for this recipe. The pickled rind, which can include green and white parts and a thin layer of pink, can be stored in a resealable container and ...

My dad is 80 years old, but the moment the first frost hits, he turns into a wide-eyed little boy who expects the fridge to be stocked with two things: collard greens and watermelon rind pickle. It ...

FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. — Pickled foods have been a big hit at the Minnesota State Fair in recent years, from Pickle on a Stick to Pickle Pizza to Pickle Lemonade! Kowalski's Culinary Director Rachael ...

"Save the Rinds" sounds like an ecology slogan. And, in a way, it is. Because that's what cooks at picnics and family gatherings say when they want to take the leftovers and recycle them into ...

Tutti frutti is a popular confectionery ingredient added to various sweet treats like ice creams, cakes, cookies, and desserts. While widely available in stores, it's surprisingly easy to make at home ...

Making sure that your watermelon rind is intact, with no cracks, is a small step that leads to big rewards in taste and quality. Frank Rothe / Getty Images When it comes to selecting the perfect ...

Watermelon is arguably our favorite summer fruit, with good reason. It's juicy and refreshing, the kiddos think it's dessert, and its versatility allows for myriad recipes, from salads to juices and ...