| Pineapple can be
prepared in many decorative ways, apart from rings, spears and cubes.
|
 |
To make 'Pineapple Boat':
Using a long sharp knife, cut the
pineapple lengthwise in half, through the crown. Trim off any browned ends from
the green leaves of the crown. |
 |
Cut off a thin slice from the base
of each half. This is to provide a flat surface for the 'boat' to stand firmly. |
 |
Using a sharp fruit knife, cut
straight across the top & bottom of the central core in each half. Cut
lengthwise at a slant on either side of the core. This will cut out the core in
a V-shape. |
 |
Using a curved serrated grapefruit
knife, cut out the flesh from each half. The 'boat' are now ready for filing
with a salad, a dessert or with ice cream. |
 |
To make pineapple wedges:
Trim the crown and base as above,
then cut the fruit lengthwise in half, through the crown, and then into
quarters. |
 |
Cut the central core from each
quarter. Slide the knife under the flesh to loosen it from the peel, but leave
it in place. |
 |
Cut across the flesh on each wedge,
then pull out the slices slightly in alternate directions. For added sweetness,
sprinkle the fruit with a little sugar before serving. |
| VISIT OUR
WEBLOG