The easiest way to core a pineapple is to quarter it and then slice off the tip of each wedge, as illustrated below.

　　

Ingredients

serves 4

　　2 tablespoons butter

　　1 pineapple, cored, peeled, and sliced lengthwise into eighths

　　1/2 cup sugar

　　Frozen yogurt, for serving (optional)

　　

Step 1

Heat the butter in a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Coat the pineapple wedges with the sugar; place in the hot pan. Cook, turning once and shaking the pan often, until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove the pineapple.

　　

Step 2

Stir 3 tablespoons water into the pan, and heat briefly; drizzle over the pineapple. Serve with frozen yogurt, if desired.

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