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Pink Grapefruit Marmalade

This Pink Grapefruit Marmalade is a vibrant, tangy delight! Perfect on toast or as a dessert topping, it's homemade sunshine in a jar.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marmalade:
  • 4 medium pink grapefruits (about 2 ½ pounds / 1 kg), preferably unsprayed or organic
  • 5 cups water plus more for cooking the grapefruit slices
  • 3 ½ cups sugar
  • 1 lemon Juice of

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Jars with lids
  • Cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer
  • Jar lifter

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Step 1: Prepare the Grapefruits - Thoroughly wash the pink grapefruits, cut them in half, and juice them, reserving the peels.
  2. Step 2: Slice the Peels - Remove the white pith from the grapefruit peels and slice them into thin strips.
  3. Step 3: Cook the Peels - In a large pot, combine the sliced peels with enough water to cover them, boil, then simmer for about 30 minutes, drain and set aside.
  4. Step 4: Combine Ingredients - In the same pot, add the cooked peels, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, and 5 cups of water. Stir well and gradually add sugar until dissolved.
  5. Step 5: Cook the Marmalade - Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer, stirring frequently, until it reaches 220°F (104°C), about 30-40 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Test for Doneness - Place a spoonful on a chilled plate; if it holds its shape, it's ready to be jarred.
  7. Step 7: Jar the Marmalade - Ladle the hot marmalade into sterilized jars, leaving about a quarter-inch of headspace, wipe rims, and seal tightly.
  8. Step 8: Process the Jars (Optional) - Process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to seal and ensure freshness.

Notes

  • Store your marmalade in a cool, dark place for up to a year.
  • Label jars with the date to track freshness.
  • Experiment with adding herbs or spices for varied flavors.