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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 2 large ruby red grapefruit, about 1 1/2 lbs (Texas grapefruit, if possible)
- 2 1/2 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup honey (or more sugar)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1-2 drops red gel food coloring (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Calories: 56.7 | Fat: 0g | Fiber .2g | Protein .1g | Carbs 14.8g
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