Winter Fruit Bowl

Directions

1. 1
   To section grapefruit, cut off the ends of the grapefruit, then use a long, thin-bladed knife to cut out the core.
2. 2
   Resting one end of the grapefruit on a cutting board, cut off the peel in strips.
3. 3
   Peel the grapefruit apart and simply lift or pull each segment off the membrane, working over a bowl to catch juices.
4. 4
   Set grapefruit sections aside (should have about 3 cups).
5. 5
   Add enough water to the reserved grapefruit juice to measure 1 cup.
6. 6
   In a medium saucepan combine the 1 cup grapefruit juice, sugar, and marmalade.
7. 7
   Bring to boiling, stirring to dissolve sugar; reduce heat.
8. 8
   Add cranberries; cook and stir for 5-8 minutes or until skins pop.
9. 9
   Remove from heat; cool.
10. 10
    Add grapefruit sections.
11. 11
    Cover and chill.
12. 12
    Just before serving, slice bananas and stir into chilled grapefruit mixture.
13. 13
    Garnish with fresh mint, if desired.