Fried Cantaloupe

Directions

1. 1
   Quarter the melon.
2. 2
   Peel, remove seeds.
3. 3
   Slice each quarter into four thin wedges.
4. 4
   Put into a bowl and sprinkle the sugar over cantaloupe wedges.
5. 5
   Pour the CREME DE MENTHE over them and stir.
6. 6
   Put in refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours.
7. 7
   After 2 hours remove cantaloupe from refrigerator and prepare batter.
8. 8
   Mix together flour, wine and butter.
9. 9
   Beat until smooth.
10. 10
    Beat egg white until frothy and fold into flour mixture.
11. 11
    Dip cantaloupe wedges into batter.
12. 12
    Heat oil in a deep-fat fryer.
13. 13
    Place cantaloupe wedges in the basket and fry until golden brown.
14. 14
    Drain on paper towels and serve.