Grapefruit Granita-sicle

Directions

1. 1
   Stir the grapefruit juice, liqueur and simple syrup together in a large bowl.
2. 2
   Transfer to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and freeze.
3. 3
   Scrape the mixture with a fork every hour or so until it is icy and spoonable, about 4 hours total.
4. 4
   (Note: After the first scraping or two, you can freeze the granita overnight; just scrape again before serving.)
5. 5
   Spoon the granita into serving bowls.
6. 6
   Top with a scoop of vanilla gelato and some more granita.
7. 7
   Serve immediately.
8. 8
   Combine the sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat.
9. 9
   Boil until the sugar is dissolved.
10. 10
    Let cool, then transfer to a container.
11. 11
    Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 month.
12. 12
    Yield: about 1 1/2 cups