Crystallized Grapefruit

1. 1

   Peel the grapefruits and cut the peel into long 1/4 inch julienne.

2. 2

   Place the peels in a medium saucepan and add cold water to cover.

3. 3

   Boil for 10 minutes and drain.

4. 4

   Repeat this process two more times with fresh water.

5. 5

   In a saucepan, mix 2 cups water with 1 1/2 cups of sugar.

6. 6

   Add the grapefruit peels and bring to a boil.

7. 7

   Boil until peels become translucent and the liquid becomes a thick syrup, about 45 minutes.

8. 8

   With a slotted spoon, remove the peels to a sheet of waxed paper, allow to set for 7 minutes.

9. 9

   Transfer the peels to another sheet of waxed paper and sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup of sugar.

10. 10

    Roll the peels in the sugar and let stand for 2 hours.

11. 11

    Serve 2 to 3 strips of peel per person and store the remainder in an airtight jar.

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