Grapefruit Sorbet

Directions

1. 1
   Could also use 4 Large grapefruit -- Marsh Ruby or Indian River.
2. 2
   Champagne may be stale or bubbly.
3. 3
   Finely grate the zest of one of the grapefruits into a medium bowl and set aside.
4. 4
   Juice all of the grapefruit, strain the juice into a bowl along with the zest.
5. 5
   Use a spatula to push as much of the juice as possible through the seive.
6. 6
   Pour one cup of the strained juice into a saucepan, add the sugar and heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves.
7. 7
   Do not boil.
8. 8
   Blend the sugar mixture with the remaining juice, add the champagne and zest and chill thoroughly.
9. 9
   Freeze the mixture in an ice cream maker following the manufacturers directions.
10. 10
    Serve with perfected sections of grapefruit and/or a little of a bubbly champagne.