Ingredients

• 2 large red or pink grapefruits
• 1 cup sugar, plus more for tossing

Instructions

1. Cut peel from grapefruits into 3/8" strips leaving 1/4" white pith attached. Place in a small saucepan; add cold water to cover. Bring to a boil, then drain; repeat twice.
2. Bring peel, 1 cup sugar, and 1/2 cup water to a boil in same saucepan; reduce heat and simmer until peel is translucent, 15–20 minutes. Drain; transfer peel to a wire rack and let dry, 2–4 hours. Toss in more sugar.