Grapefruit Baked Alaska

Directions

1. 1
   Cut grapefruit in halves; remove cores.
2. 2
   Cut around each section, loosening fruit from membrane.
3. 3
   Sprinkle lightly with sugar; chill.
4. 4
   When ready to serve, preheat oven to 500°.
5. 5
   Add salt to egg whites and beat until foamy throughout; gradually add 6 tablespoons sugar, beating until very stiff and glossy.
6. 6
   Add vanilla.
7. 7
   Remove grapefruit halves from refrigerator.
8. 8
   Place heaping spoonful of ice cream in center of each half.
9. 9
   Cover with meringue.
10. 10
    Place in preheated oven until lightly browned, about 1 minute.
11. 11
    Serve at once.