Broiled Grapefruit with Honey, Vanilla & Cardamom
by Ruth Lively
Grapefruit halves are a breakfast classic, but adding just a few intense flavorings and then broiling elevates them to a whole new level of deliciousness.
Serves four.
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Grapefruit
2 large grapefruit
2 Tbs. honey
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
Seeds of 1 cardamom pod, ground in a mortar (or a pinch of ground cardamom)
Position an oven rack about 4 inches below the broiler and heat the broiler on high. With a serrated knife, cut the grapefruit in even halves. Using a small paring knife or a grapefruit knife, cut each section away from the surrounding membrane. Set the grapefruit halves in a shallow broiler-safe pan (such as an enameled baking dish or a heavy-duty rimmed baking sheet). If necessary, trim a thin slice off their bottoms so they sit level.
In a small bowl, stir together the honey and the vanilla extract. Drizzle the honey mixture over the grapefruit halves. Dust each with a bit of cardamom. Broil until bubbling and lightly browned in spots, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.
nutrition information (per serving):
Calories
(kcal):
90;
Fat
(g):
0;
Fat Calories
(kcal):
0;
Saturated Fat
(g):
0;
Protein
(g):
1;
Monounsaturated Fat
(g):
0;
Carbohydrates
(g):
22;
Polyunsaturated Fat
(g):
0;
Sodium
(mg):
0;
Cholesterol
(mg):
0;
Fiber
(g):
2;
photo: Scott Phillips
From Fine Cooking 96
, pp. 28
October 22, 2008