FESTIVE PINEAPPLE BOAT

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"My fondest childhood memories are centered in the kitchen with my mother," recounts Susan Phelan of Tallahassee, Florida. Reminiscent of one her mother taught her, this recipe is one she relishes sharing with her family.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large fresh ripe pineapple
2 medium firm bananas, sliced
2 kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped pecans
Dash ground cinnamon
Dash ground nutmeg
3 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut
Fresh strawberries, optional

Steps:

  • Stand pineapple up and cut about a third off of one side, leaving the top attached. Remove fruit from the piece cut off and discard outer peel. Remove fruit from the remaining pineapple, leaving a 1/2-in. shell intact. Cut pineapple into bite-size pieces; toss with bananas and kiwi. Spoon into "boat". , Combine brown sugar, pecans, cinnamon and nutmeg; sprinkle over fruit. Sprinkle with coconut. Garnish with strawberries if desired. Serve immediately.

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Riyaj Hossin
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This dish was a little too time-consuming for me, but it was worth it in the end. The pineapple boat was so impressive.


Ell ie
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This dish was so beautiful and delicious. I'm so glad I tried it.


Shaul Blau
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I've never made a pineapple boat before, but this recipe made it easy. I'll definitely be making it again.


Badass Kidz
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This dish is perfect for a summer party! It's light and refreshing.


Kurt Gurtok
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I'm definitely going to make this dish again! It was so easy and delicious.


Mhiz Lucy
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This dish was a little bland for my taste, but I think that's just because I didn't add enough salt and pepper.


MD Rana Ahamad
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Jacqueline Reay
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This dish was a great way to use up leftover rice and veggies.


Zekhethelo Minenhle
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I'm not a huge fan of pineapple, but I loved this dish! The sweetness of the pineapple was balanced out perfectly by the savory rice and veggies.


Lindokuhle Khathi
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This dish was a lot of work, but it was worth it! The pineapple boat was so impressive and the food was delicious.


Abongile Kaka
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I had some trouble getting the pineapple to stay upright, but other than that this dish was great!


Joseph Field
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This dish was a little too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just because I don't like pineapple very much. The rice and veggies were cooked perfectly though.


Asma Nazakat
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I loved the presentation of this dish! The pineapple boat was so festive and fun.


Markqueta Pugh
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This dish was so easy to make and it turned out amazing! The pineapple was the perfect vessel for the rice and veggies.


Tshepho Wilfred
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! The pineapple was so juicy and flavorful, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


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