You’ll know your pineapple is ready when it has turned a golden-yellow colour and has a sweet aroma. To harvest, simply twist or cut the fruit from the plant. Be gentle to avoid damaging the plant.

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Using a 1-inch or so round cutter, cut and remove the cores from the slices to make rings. The pineapple is ready to use.