Melon à la Mode

Select a ripe melon, checking for a sweet aroma at the stem end and a slight yielding when pressed gently at the blossom end.

Wash the outside of the melon thoroughly under cold running water, scrubbing gently with a vegetable brush to remove any dirt.

Cut the melon in half lengthwise using a sharp knife, then scoop out and discard the seeds and stringy fibers with a sturdy spoon.

If desired, cut the melon halves into quarters or smaller wedges for easier serving and eating.

Place the melon pieces on a serving plate or bowl, hollow side up.

Top each melon piece with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, placing it in the center cavity or alongside the melon.

Drizzle honey generously over the ice cream and melon to taste, using as much or as little as preferred.

Serve immediately while the ice cream is still cold and the melon is chilled, allowing the honey to blend with the melting ice cream.