How to Cut a Pineapple (Plus Create a Pineapple "Boat")

By Darlene Schmidt, About.com Guide

• Completely slice off the first side (skin) of the pineapple. Discard this side. If you are planning to create a pineapple "boat" out of your pineapple: continue on to the next step (step # 3).
• If you are planning to simply enjoy the fruit (without making anything of the pineapple shell): Continue slicing off the skin in the same way. Rotate the pineapple after each slice and continue cutting until all the skin is gone. OR, hold the pineapple virtically (leaves uppermost) and slice downward, whatever is easiest for you.
• When you have sliced all the way around the pineapple, check the fruit for any remaining skin (some "pockets" of skin may still remain) - slice these off too.
• The pineapple is now ready to be cut up and eaten. Place the fruit on its side and slice it into approximately 1/2 to 1 inch thick slices.
• Once you have these pineapple "rounds", you can either slice each round into quarters, or cut each round several times to create chunks. If desired, you can remove the fibrous center as you cut (to create pineapple "rings"), although I like to eat this part too, as the fiber is good for you and also very delicious.

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• Choose the Best Side of your Pineapple.
• Slice Off the Top Side of the Pineapple
• Cut Around the Inside of the Pineapple.
• Cut the Pineapple Flesh into Cubes.
• Scoop Out the Fresh Pineapple.
• Fill Your Pineapple "Boat" with Fruit Salad or Pineapple Fried Rice.

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