Pineapple Rum Flambé

Caramelized pineapple slices flambéed in rum and served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Recipe Ingredients:

2 1/2 tablespoons butter
2 1/2 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar
1 (20-ounce) can pineapple slices, drained
1/4 cup rum, warmed
4 scoops of vanilla ice cream

Cooking Directions:

1. In a large skillet, cook the butter and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring, until the sugar dissolves.
2. Place the pineapple in the syrup in a single layer, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until browned on the first side. Turn with a small spatula or tongs and cook on the second side until the pineapples are soft and richly browned.
3. Add rum and flambé, keeping face clear of flames.
4. Arrange slices on dessert plates and place a scoop of vanilla ice cream atop and drizzle with sauce.
   

Makes 4 servings.