Confit Pineapple

Instructions

1. 1

   Peel the pineapple and remove the core. Cut the pineapple into even slices or chunks.

2. 2

   In a saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.

3. 3

   Add the vanilla extract and lemon juice to the sugar syrup, stirring to combine.

4. 4

   Place the pineapple pieces into the saucepan, ensuring they are submerged in the syrup.

5. 5

   Reduce the heat to low and let the pineapple simmer gently for about 30-40 minutes, or until the fruit is tender and translucent.

6. 6

   Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the pineapple to cool in the syrup.

7. 7

   Once cooled, transfer the confit pineapple to a serving dish or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.