Molded Grapefruit Salad

Directions

1. 1
   In a mixing bowl, combine grapefruit sections and 3/4 cup of the sugar.
2. 2
   Set aside.
3. 3
   In a small mixing bowl, combine gelatin and 1/2 cup of the cold water.
4. 4
   Let stand 5 minutes.
5. 5
   Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, combine the remaining sugar and remaining cold water.
6. 6
   Heat and stir until sugar dissolves.
7. 7
   Add gelatin mixture; grapefruit mixture; nuts; and, if desired, food coloring.
8. 8
   Cook and stir until sugar is completely dissolved.
9. 9
   Pour grapefruit mixture into a 2-quart mold or square baking dish.
10. 10
    Cover; chill at least 6 hours.
11. 11
    If using mold, unmold salad.
12. 12
    Serve with whipped cream, if desired.
13. 13
    Garnish with grapefruit peel curls, if desired.