Pineapple Juice

Ingredients

• 1 medium fresh pineapple ((about 4 cups))
• ½ cup water
• 2 tablespoons sugar, (or more according to taste (optional))
• ½-1 lemon, (juiced (optional))
• Ice cubes

Steps

1. 1

   Using a long, sharp knife, slice off the bottom of the pineapple, cut off the top, then cut off the thick outer layer. (See note #1)

2. 2

   Lay the pineapple on its side, slice it, remove the peel, and chop the pineapple flesh into chunks.

3. 3

   Next, add the chunks to a food processor or blender, together with water and sugar (if using).

4. 4

   Blend until a smooth puree with no chunks of fruit in the mix.

5. 5

   Strain the juice using a fine sieve or cheesecloth. Be sure to press out all the juice from the cheesecloth.

6. 6

   Adjust the taste and thickness of your juice with more water or sweetener.

7. 7

   Serve immediately with ice cubes, and garnish with pineapple, lemon, or mint.