1. Choose a watermelon that feels heavy for its size and has a smooth, uniform shape.
2. Carefully slice off top and bottom of watermelon using a serrated bread knife.
3. Stand melon on a cut side, and carefully slice down through the middle.
4. Cut the watermelon into wedges.
5. Scrape out seeds using a teaspoon.
6. To remove the rind, hold a wedge steady and slice the melon away using a sharp knife, where the pink flesh starts to turn white.
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