They say the texture and flavor make the fruit perfect for ice cream. The paw paw ice cream is available in pints and quarts for grab-and-go at Ellens, or you can get it in a cup or cone.

Papayas (paw paws) are like a gift from the gods! Easy to grow in home gardens and have a delicious, sweet flesh that can be ... then you could be picking the first ripe fruit within 10 months.