1 1/3 c. long grain rice or long grain and wild rice, uncooked
1/4 c. French dressing
3/4 c. mayonnaise
2 tbsp. chopped chives
1/2 - 1 tsp. curry powder
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
1/4 tsp. salt (optional)
8 oz. cooked ham in julienne strips (or chopped)
1 c. sliced raw cauliflower or broccoli
1 c. frozen peas, thawed
1/2 c. chopped celery and/or 1/2 c. chopped green pepper
1/2 c. thinly sliced radishes

Cook rice according to package directions. Toss with French dressing and chopped onion and chill for several hours or overnight. Add mayonnaise and seasonings and toss together lightly and thoroughly. Add ham and vegetables and toss together again, lightly and thoroughly. Mound or spoon into seeded cantaloupe halves; place upon a bed of greens. Garnish with parsley and sliced ripe olives (optional). If possible, refrigerate for one hour or more before serving to blend the flavors.