texas ruby-red grapefruit pie
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.
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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
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Step 1When 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.
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Step 2Cook 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.
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Step 3Add grapefruit, mix, and pour into cooled pie shell. Chill for at least two hours before serving.
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Step 4To 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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