Orange and Rum Poached Pineapples with Vanilla Yogurt
- 1 pineapple, skin, eyes and blemishes removed
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
- 1/4 cup dark rum
- 1/2 cup non-fat vanilla yogurt
- 2 tablespoons coconut liqueur
- 2 tablespoons toasted, shredded coconut
- 4 sprigs mint, for garnish
- Cut the pineapple crosswise into 3/4-inch rounds (there should be 8 slices), and remove the core.
- In a large nonstick saute skillet, combine the orange juice, lemon juice, sugar, vanilla bean, and vanilla seeds.
- Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
- When the sugar is dissolved, add the pineapple slices and cover.
- Cook 1 minute, then reduce the heat to low.
- Continue to cook for 4 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the heat and add the rum.
- Return to the heat and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds.
- Using a slotted spoon, remove the pineapple from the pan and place in a large bowl.
- Place the pan over medium heat, cook until reduced and thick, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Pour the syrup over the pineapple and refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Place the yogurt in a cheesecloth-lined fine mesh strainer placed over a bowl, and let drain, refrigerated, for 2 hours, or overnight.
- Add the coconut liqueur to the drained yogurt and mix well.
- To serve, remove the vanilla bean from the bowl.
- Divide the pineapple slices and syrup between 4 small bowls.
- Top with a dollop of vanilla yogurt and sprinkle with toasted coconut.
- Garnish with the mint and serve.
pineapple, orange juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, vanilla bean, dark rum, nonfat vanilla yogurt, coconut liqueur, shredded coconut, mint
Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/emeril-lagasse/orange-and-rum-poached-pineapples-with-vanilla-yogurt-recipe.html (may not work)