Grapefruit is as delicious hot as it is cold, even better hot on a cold day.

The first time I heard about broiled grapefruit, it sounded too weird to try.

My friend George R patiently explained to me how he made it, and how much he loved it.

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The light in his eyes when he was talking about it should have been a clue.

Yet all I could think of was, why would anyone want to cook grapefruit?

Of course, it took me over 5 decades to figure it out.

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Funny thing about food prejudicesthey hurt no one but yourself.

Grapefruit is as delicious hot as it is cold, even better hot on a cold day.

Perfect for a warm breakfast on a chilly day.

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Then gently cut inside the grapefruit, along the edges of the segments.

Place the grapefruit halves, cut side up in the pan.

Let cool for a minute.

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Eat while still warm.

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