Thursday, December 8, 2011

How To Cut A Pineapple

Hello,

Do you ever go to the store and want to buy fresh pineapple, but always go for the canned pineapple?  For most people it is not the cost, but the fact that they can't figure out how to get the hard skin away from the golden flesh?  This video shows how to cut a pineapple safely with out all the worry.  I do have a suggestion that I don't believe I have mentioned anywhere so far.  When you cut any vegetable or fruit on a cutting board it is best to use a wet dish towel or wet paper towels under your cutting board to prevent slippage.  The towel does not have to be soaking just damp enough to keep the board from moving.

STEPS:
1. Cut off the top and bottom
2. Cut down the body of the pineapple trying to keep its shape
3. Remove any eyes left behind
4. Cut down the middle of the pineapple  (2 pieces)
5. Cut down the middle of the halves (4 pieces)
6. Remove the core (hard center)
7. Lay pineapple piece flat and cut into chunks


Tuesday, November 8, 2011

How To Dice An Onion

I am still trying to decide exactly how I would like to use this page and give everyone my "How to" knowledge.  I started a YouTube Channel "The way my mom makes it" so when you are browsing feel free to take a look at it.  More videos to come soon.
My views on dicing an onion is that it is best to be safe rather than sorry.  I notice that a lot of professional cooks slice an onion differently, but I am fearful that I may lose a finger for the perfect square onion.  I don't think it's worth it.  How about you?  I hope my videos and information is helpful.  If there is something you would like to know how to do easier feel free to ask and I will do my best to help out.   Happy chopping......
Mo