PINEAPPLE JACK-O'-LANTERN

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This technique uses one of my newest kitchen gadgets: a pineapple corer-slicer! While you can certainly remove the insides of the pineapple using a knife and spoon, this tool makes the job so incredibly easy! Serve the perfectly sliced pineapple after a delicious meal, and use the juice and bottom scraps in a smoothie!

Provided by Kim's Cooking Now

Categories Holidays and Events Recipes Halloween

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 2

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Ingredients

1 large pineapple
1 tea light candle

Steps:

Lay the pineapple down horizontally on a cutting board. Using a serrated knife, cut off the top 1 1/2 inches, leaving the leafy crown intact. Set top aside.
Place the pineapple upright, with the flesh exposed on the top. Center the pineapple corer-slicer directly over the center core and push down slightly. Hold the pineapple with your left hand while twisting the handle of the corer-slicer clockwise with your right hand, with a slight downward pressure. Continue until you reach the bottom, making sure that you do not cut through the skin at the bottom of the pineapple.
Pull up on the handle of the corer-slicer while pulling down with your left hand to remove it from the pineapple. Remove the handle from the corer-slicer and remove the sliced pineapple to a serving plate. Pour any juice that has collected in the bottom of the pineapple into a glass or container for another use.
Using a paper towel to get a firm grip, reach into the pineapple and wrap the paper towel around the core that remains inside. Place a firm grip on the core, and twist slightly to detach the core from the bottom of the pineapple. Discard core.
Using a large spoon, scrape any remaining pineapple from the bottom of the pineapple to create a level surface for the candle.
Using a small flexible paring knife, carve out eyes, nose and a scary grin. Replace the top of the pineapple and refrigerate until ready to display. When ready to display, place a tea light candle inside and illuminate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.3 calories, Carbohydrate 39.7 g, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 1.6 g, Sodium 3 mg, Sugar 29.8 g

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Ace C

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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so delicious.

Esther chisonga

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This is the cutest pineapple jack-o-lantern I've ever seen!

Sheila Franklin

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This pineapple jack-o-lantern is a fun and festive way to celebrate Halloween with the kids.

Towaare Potuo

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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover pineapple and it's so easy to make.

Bhim Subedi

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This pineapple jack-o-lantern is a great way to add a festive touch to your Halloween party.

Perry don

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I love how this pineapple jack-o-lantern looks. It's so unique and creative.

Nayila Kausar

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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pineapple. I made a batch of pineapple salsa and used the leftover pineapple to make this jack-o-lantern.

Pitras Javeed

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This pineapple jack-o-lantern is a fun and festive way to celebrate Halloween.

CodeB Media

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This is a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen. They'll love helping you carve and decorate the pineapple.

Melody wray

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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. You can use any type of fruit or vegetable to decorate your pineapple jack-o-lantern.

Andalo Msumani

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This is a great recipe for a spooky and festive Halloween treat. It's sure to be a hit at your next party.

SK SHOHEL 465

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I made this pineapple jack-o-lantern for a Halloween party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!

Rahat tanha

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This was a fun and easy recipe to make with my kids. They loved helping me carve the pineapple and decorate it.

Mehar Rehman

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I've made this pineapple jack-o-lantern several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so unique and delicious.

Maroodi Jaamac

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This is a great recipe for a healthy and festive Halloween snack. My kids loved it!

Brittney Nugent

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I used a variety of fruits and vegetables to decorate my pineapple jack-o-lantern and it turned out so festive. I can't wait to make it again next year!