Today’s Solutions: April 20, 2026

If you’re looking for a juicy vegan alternative to this year’s Thanksgiving turkey, the watermelon ‘ham’ might just do the trick. According to the owner of the idea, the original preparation consists of brining the fruit in a marinade of herbs, salt, and ash for four days, drying it for five hours, and then smoking it for eight hours. These videos will guide you through the whole process of making your own watermelon ham for the holidays.

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