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I'm just now getting around to organizing the photos from my trip to England back in May. As I've said a million times, this was the trip of a lifetime, and I had an incredible time. This was a 3-week trip organized by the HPSO (Hardy Plant Society of Oregon) during which we visited 35 different locations. Most all of these were gardens but there were also a few castles and villages thrown in, as well as the icing on the trip - the Chelsea Flower Show. This tour focused on the southeast region of England, notably the Cotswolds and Cornwall. I've watched so many programs and read so many books about England and the gardens there that I was afraid it would tarnish the image I had built up in my head. I'm pleased to say that it not disappoint. The trek from London to Bath by train was not the best first impression. However, as we gained distance from the city, the rolling green countryside gave me glimpses of things to come. After arriving in Bath and finding my hotel, I m...
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Watermelon Sorbet

Here is a nice refreshing treat for the July 4th holiday.

Watermelon Sorbet




2/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
2/3 cup light corn syrup
2 TB. lemon juice
1/4 large watermelon (about 8 cups of cubed watermelon)


In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, water and corn syrup. Stir over medium heat until the mixture comes to a boil. Without stirring, simmer over low heat for 5 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and cool to room temperature.


Cut melon into cubes (remove seeds if there are any). Puree 2 cups at a time in a blender or food processor with a metal blade. Stir into the cooled syrup.


Pour into ice cream canister. Freeze according to manufacturer's directions.

Text and photos by Phillip Oliver, Dirt Therapy
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  1. Lisa at GreenbowJuly 2, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    Watermelons aren' ripe here yet. It sounds so good I will have to try it. You make it look good too. Beautifully presented.

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  2. Randy EmmittJuly 2, 2011 at 7:03 PM

    Looks so yummy. Meg just took her daughter the ice cream maker. Sad as we have all the ingredients in the fridge right now.

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  3. Lucy Corrander Now in Halifax!July 3, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    Of course, the colour helps.

    I've tried to make sorbet only once. I think I must have beaten it up at the wrong moment because it turned to snow - lemon flavoured snow. It was fabulous but I doubt I could repeat it!

    Lucy

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  4. debsgardenJuly 3, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    So refreshing and perfect for July 4th! Have a happy holiday!

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  5. UnknownJuly 4, 2011 at 3:52 AM

    I think I need to go and buy an ice cream maker!

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  6. CarolJuly 4, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    Wow Phillip! What gorgeous colors! Cold sorbet is perfect for these hot humid days too. Happy Fourth!

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  7. EveJuly 5, 2011 at 4:38 AM

    Thanks Phillip! Also I love the lilies below. They are one of my favorite flowers and unless the voles get them they sure do stand the test of time!

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  8. rebeccaJuly 5, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    THAT is absolutely gorgeous!

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