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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 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 Agua Fresca: A Hidden Escape on Hot Days

June 27, 2025 by Mark Renshaw

Honestly, I never thought a drink could feel like a secret. Like, you’re standing in the sunlight, and then you take a sip of this bright pink Watermelon Agua Fresca …

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Watermelon Agua Fresca: The Unexpected Chill That Defies Season

June 27, 2025 by Mark Renshaw

Why I Keep Coming Back to This It’s not just about blending watermelon into a drink. It’s tasting that burst of lawn-mowed green—and then a wave of cool, almost minty …

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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 Agua Fresca: The Unexpected Drama in a Glass

June 27, 2025 by Mark Renshaw

I started making watermelon agua fresca last summer as a joke. Something to sip on after working in the garden. I didn’t bother blending the seeds, figured they’d settle like …

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Watermelon Agua Fresca: The Surprising Refresh That Changes Everything

June 27, 2025 by Mark Renshaw

I started making watermelon agua fresca for a reason I didn’t quite expect. My wife loves those pre-made smoothie packs but hates how fast they spoil. I wondered—can I make …

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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
    By Mark Renshaw
  • 35 Sweet & Delicious Vegan Strawberry Desserts You Haven’t Tried Before
    By Mark Renshaw
  • Lemon Strawberry Crumb Bars: A Unexpected Nostalgic Twist
    By Mark Renshaw
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