How to cut a Pineapple

Many people are afraid to buy whole pineapples because they think that cutting it is a lot of work.  I am here to tell you that it is not. 


Here is how I cut pineapples:









Step1:  Remove the top and bottom of the pineapple.

Step2:  Cut from top to bottom around the edges of the pineapple to remove the peeling.  Do this all the way around the pineapple.


Step3: Go back around the pineapple cutting thin strips to remove any of the peeling or pits that remain.

Step 4: Slice the pineapple shortways if you want pineapple rings. If you want wedges, then slice the pineapple in half lengthwise.


Step5: To form wedges, slice each half lengthwise in half again. If you would like thinner wedges, Cut each half into thirds lengthwise.






Additional Tips: To remove the core from wedges, slice lengthwise along the point of each wedge.  To serve the wedges, slice shortways along each wedge in increments of 1/4 inch or 3 inches.