Crystallized Grapefruit

Directions

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.