texas ruby-red grapefruit pie

8 Pinches
San Diego
Updated on Aug 20, 2015

Yes, I know... grapefruit pie??? But you really need to try this pie - you'll be very pleasantly surprised at how good it is! This would make an unusual and tasty addition to your next backyard BBQ menu. NOTE: Prep time includes 25 minutes chill time. However, total time doesn't include 2 hours refrigeration needed for the final set.

prep time 40 Min
cook time 5 Min
method Refrigerate/Freeze
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 - 9" baked pie crust, cooled
  • 4 - ruby red grapefruit, sectioned and strained
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 3/4 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 box strawberry jello (3 oz)
  • - whipped cream, to garnish

How To Make texas ruby-red grapefruit pie

  • Step 1
    When sectioning grapefruit with a shape knife, be sure to remove all the membrane. Cut each slice in half and drain in a strainer or colander.
  • Step 2
    Cook sugar, water, cornstarch, and salt until thickened and clear. Add Jello and stir until dissolved. Pour into a flat dish and chill until mixture begins to set., about 25 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Add grapefruit, mix, and pour into cooled pie shell. Chill for at least two hours before serving.
  • Step 4
    To serve, top each serving with whipped cream, or pipe a decorative border of whipped cream on pie then slice and serve.

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Category: Pies
Ingredient: Fruit
Culture: American

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