Name: Vanilla-Poached Pineapple
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 2 hr
Yield: Makes 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 large extra-sweet pineapple; 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise; 4 cups dry white wine; 1/3 cup Grand Marnier; 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar; 1 (2-to 3-inch) piece of cinnamon stick; 1 Turkish or 1/2 California bay leaf; 2 cloves; 1 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar; Accompaniment: vanilla ice cream

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Vanilla-Poached PineappleRoland Bello

"I've never been keen on pineapple," food editor Paul Grimes admits, "so I challenged myself to make a pineapple dessert that I would actually like." Charring the wine-poached fruit caramelizes it and softens its acidity while highlighting its floral notes. With vanilla and a cidery syrup, this dessert feels at once wintery and light.

Cooks' note:

Pineapple can be poached and liquid reduced 1 day ahead and chilled separately. Sprinkle with sugar and broil before serving.

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