Grapefruit Freeze
["1 1/2 c. sugar", "1 c. water", "1/2 c. chopped mint leaves", "1 (46 oz.) can unsweetened grapefruit juice", "fresh mint leaves (garnish)"]
["Combine sugar and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Add mint. Cover and let stand 5 minutes.", "Pour mixture through a wire mesh strainer.", "Discard mint. Add grapefruit juice. Divide mixture into two 1-quart containers. Cover and freeze.", "Remove from freezer 2 hours before serving. Stir until slushy.", "Garnish, if desired.", "Yields approximately 2 quarts."]
["sugar", "water", "mint leaves", "unsweetened grapefruit juice", "mint"]