Roasted Pineapple with Rum Recipe

1. 1

   Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Melt butter in a large frying pan over medium heat.

2. 2

   When it begins to foam, add pineapple quarters cut side down and cook until nicely browned.

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   Flip and repeat until second side is well browned.

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   Remove the pan from heat and add brown sugar, cinnamon, star anise, cloves, vanilla seeds and pod, and about 1/2 of the rum.

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   Place the pan in the oven and roast for 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Turn over pineapple pieces and roast until pineapple is soft and caramelized, about 5 minutes more.

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   Remove the pan from the oven, add remaining rum, and scrape to incorporate any of the browned bits into the liquid.

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   Allow to cool, then remove pineapple and slice for serving.

9. 9

   Remove spices and reserve remaining sauce for drizzling.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.