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Melon, Compote Of

Pare and slice the fruit, and place it in boiling syrup, which should be made of white sugar, water, and any light wine. When the fruit is tender, lay it out in a dish, and cover it with syrup. Time to boil, five to ten minutes. Probable cost, according to the season. Sufficient, a pound of sugar to half a pint of water.