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Watermelon Cake: The Summertime Dessert That Feels Like a Secret

June 27, 2025 by Mark Renshaw

No, this isn’t your usual cake. When I first made a watermelon cake, it felt more like a science experiment than a dessert. I didn’t expect a slice of cold, …

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Watermelon Granita: A Secret Weapon for Hot Days and Heartbreaks

June 27, 2025 by Mark Renshaw

Why I Make Watermelon Granita When Nothing Else Matters This isn’t about the perfect dessert or some fancy culinary experiment. It’s about what happens when you wake up and realize …

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Watermelon Granita: The Secret Weapon for Lazy Summer Days

June 27, 2025 by Mark Renshaw

Why This Matters Right Now Every year, around this time, I find myself chasing that perfect cool-down. Not just cold, but that whisper-thin layer of ice that melts so fast …

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Watermelon Granita: The Unexpected Chill That Clears Your Head

June 27, 2025 by Mark Renshaw

I didn’t plan this. Just grabbed a half-eaten watermelon that was too ripe to save, cut into chunks, and left it on the counter. Then I noticed the way the …

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Watermelon Granita: The Cold Slice I Didn’t See Coming

June 27, 2025 by Mark Renshaw

Ever slice into a ripe watermelon and get that punch of clean freshness? It’s the smell that hits you first—almost peppermint-y, with a whisper of grassy sweetness, like the fruit …

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Watermelon Pops That Aren’t Just For Kids

June 27, 2025 by Mark Renshaw

The Unexpected Chill Ever thought about how a watermelon popsicle can actually teach you patience? Last summer, I made a batch, but I forgot to check on them. When I …

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The Surprising Art of Freezing Watermelon and Forgetting About It

June 27, 2025 by Mark Renshaw

I never thought I’d be that person who puts ice cubes in a glass of watermelon. It’s a small act, right? But something about freezing chunks of watermelon, then turning …

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Watermelon Pops That Make You Feel Like a Kid Again — But Cooler

June 27, 2025 by Mark Renshaw

I never thought about how I’d be craving the sound of the watermelon knife slicing through summer’s best fruit when it’s 2 a.m. and I can’t sleep. It’s not about …

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The Watermelon Sauna: Cool Off with an Unexpected Twist

June 27, 2025 by Mark Renshaw

Forget Smoothies, Think Watermelon Sauna I started doing this weird thing last summer—cutting wedges of watermelon, then sticking them in the freezer until they’re just firm enough to make your …

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Watermelon Pops That Won’t Melt Your Brain — Just Your Face With Smiles

June 27, 2025 by Mark Renshaw

It’s Not Just About Cooling Off I used to think watermelon was just a summer snack. Crunching into those cold, juicy bites while the sun beats down. But carving out …

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About Me

I’m Mark Renshaw, the creator of Val’s Recipe Box, a food blog dedicated to preserving the heart and soul of home cooking.

This project started as a simple tribute to my grandmother, Val, whose handwritten recipe cards were my first lessons in the kitchen.

Her dishes weren’t just meals; they were stories, memories, and acts of love.

Recent Recipes

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  • Strawberry Cheesecake That Makes You Feel Like a Kid Again
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