Bitsys Kitchen. Vanilla-Poached Pineapple Sauce

Vanilla Poached Pineapple Sauce
1 cored peeled pineapple (1-1/2 lb.) 1 piece vanilla bean (4 in.) split lengthwise 1 3/4 cups water	1/3 cup sugar 2 slices peeled gingerroot (1/4 in. thick)

Cut pineapple into quarters lengthwise; cut each quarter crosswise into 1/2 inch slices, and set aside.

Scrape seeds from vanilla bean into a skillet; discard bean. Add water, sugar, and gingerroot to skillet; stir. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

Add pineapple slices; cook 8 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Pour into a bowl; cover and chill.
Servings: 16

Yield: 4 cups (serving size: 1/4 cup).