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Well, let me tell ya ’bout this cinnamon pineapple thing. I ain’t no fancy cook or nothin’, but I know what tastes good, ya know? This here cinnamon pineapple, it’s somethin’ special.
First off, you gotta get yourself a good pineapple. Not too green, not too mushy, just right. Like when you’re pickin’ a watermelon, you thump it a bit, see? Same kinda thing. You want it to feel heavy for its size, that means it’s got plenty of juice in it. Then you gotta cut it up. Now, I ain’t got no fancy tools, just a good ol’ knife. I slice it up into rounds, not too thick, not too thin. Like when you’re slicin’ potatoes for fryin’, ya see?
Now comes the good part. You gotta get some cinnamon. The kind you use for makin’ pies, that’s the one. And some sugar, too. I like the brown sugar, the kind that looks like dirt, but it tastes like heaven, lemme tell ya. You mix that sugar and cinnamon together in a bowl. How much? Well, that depends on how much pineapple you got. Just use your best judgement, like when you’re makin’ gravy, ya know? You just add a little bit of this, a little bit of that, till it looks right.
- First, you gotta slice that pineapple.
- Then, mix up your cinnamon and sugar.
- Next, sprinkle that goodness all over the pineapple.
Then, you sprinkle that sugar and cinnamon mix all over the pineapple. Make sure it gets on every piece, every nook and cranny. You don’t want no plain pineapple, that’s for sure. You want that sweet and spicy flavor all over.
Now, you can eat it just like that, if you want. It’s mighty tasty, that’s for sure. But if you wanna get fancy, you can grill it. Yeah, grill it! Just like you grill a steak or a burger. Put them pineapple slices on the grill, not too close to the fire, ya know? You don’t want to burn ’em. Just let ’em get all warm and caramelized. That sugar and cinnamon, it melts and makes this kinda sticky, gooey sauce. Oh, it’s good, lemme tell ya. It’s like candy, but it’s fruit, so it’s healthy, right? That’s what I tell myself, anyway.
You can eat this cinnamon pineapple with anything, really. For breakfast, for dessert, for a snack in between. I like it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, the cheap kind, ya know? The kind you get at the grocery store in the big tub. Or you can eat it with some yogurt, or even just by itself. It’s good any way you slice it, that’s what I say.
And don’t forget about the juice! When you’re cutting up that pineapple, there’s gonna be juice everywhere. Don’t you dare waste that juice! You can drink it straight, or you can use it to make a marinade for chicken or pork. Or you can even pour a little bit of it over the grilled pineapple, just for extra flavor. It’s like liquid gold, I tell ya.
So, there you have it. My recipe for cinnamon pineapple. It ain’t nothin’ fancy, but it’s mighty tasty. And it’s easy to make, even a ol’ woman like me can do it. So go on, give it a try. You won’t be disappointed. And if you are, well, you can come on over to my place and I’ll make it for ya. I always got a pineapple or two sittin’ around. And plenty of cinnamon, too. It’s good for the soul, ya know? Just like a good cup of coffee, or a warm hug. That’s what this cinnamon pineapple is. It’s like sunshine on a plate. Makes you feel good all over. And that’s what matters, ain’t it? Feeling good.
I tell you what, this cinnamon pineapple is somethin’ else. You can even add a little bit of maple syrup, if you’re feelin’ fancy. Just a drizzle, ya hear? Not too much. Just enough to make it extra sticky and sweet. It’s like a party in your mouth, I swear. Sweet and tangy and spicy all at the same time. It’s the kinda thing that makes you wanna slap your grandma, it’s so good. But don’t you go slappin’ your grandma, ya hear? Just eat your pineapple and be happy.
This cinnamon pineapple also goes real good with other fruits. You can throw in some berries, like strawberries or blueberries. Or some oranges, or even some mangoes. Whatever you got on hand, really. Just chop it all up and mix it together. It’s like a fruit salad, but better. Because it’s got cinnamon, ya see? Cinnamon makes everything better.
And don’t you go throwin’ away the pineapple core! That’s the best part! I like to chew on it, it’s good for your teeth, or so they say. But if you don’t like chewin’ on it, you can always blend it up in a smoothie. Just add some yogurt, some milk, and a little bit more cinnamon. And you got yourself a healthy and delicious drink. See? Nothing goes to waste in my kitchen.
Tags: [cinnamon, pineapple, grilled, fruit, dessert, recipe, sweet, spicy, easy, snack]