Watermelon Martini

(Courtesy of Sandra Lee)

Ingredients:
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. water
4 c. cubed seedless watermelon
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
Ice
1 bottle sparkling water
4 oz. citrus vodka, optional

Directions:
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar with 1/2 c. water.  Bring to a boil over medium heat, then remove from heat and let cool.

In a blender, add the watermelon, 2 Tbsp. sugar syrup and lemon juice.  Puree until smooth.  Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl and discard the pulp.

Fill a pitcher with ice, add the watermelon mixture and stir until chilled.  Pour into chilled martini glasses and top with seltzer.  Add vodka, if desired.

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