Keep a few cans of pineapple in the pantry.
They’re easy to call on for a quick dessert or a favorite family holiday dish.
Here’s why Southerners still rely on thisbaking staple.

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Canned Pineapples Are Convenient
Convenient, it is.
Cans of peeled, pre-cut, perpetually ripe, and ready-to-use pineapple keep well in our pantries for years.
The worry-free consistency is reassuring.

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Fresh pineapple contains bromelain enzymes that react with proteins, softening them and changing their texture.
The day is saved.
For a different way to use those cans in your pantry, try the following:

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