Chewy Watermelon Rind Candy Recipe

Cut watermelon rind into 2-inch long 1-inch wide and 1/2-inch thick pieces.

Combine water sugar spearmint and basil in a large pot. Bring to a rolling boil. Strain out spearmint and basil. Add watermelon rind making sure pieces are completely immersed. Cook until rind is soft about 5 minutes.

Drain watermelon pieces and arrange in a single layer on dehydrator trays. Dry according to manufacturer's instructions until pieces are candied and dried 6 to 8 hours.