Plantain-Pineapple Saute

Plantain-Pineapple Saute

Course :	Appetizers
From:	HungryMonster.com
Serves:	6

Ingredients:

2	medium	plantains -- peeled and cut into 1/2, chunks
2	tablespoons	butter
2	cups	fresh or canned -- drained pineapple, chunks
1/2	teaspoon	ground cinnamon
1/4	teaspoon	ground allspice
1/4	cup	pineapple juice or water
3	tablespoons	honey

Preparation:

Place plantain chunks in saucepan of water to cover. Bring to boiling. Reduce heat. Simmer 5 minutes. Drain. In a skillet, melt the butter or margarine. Add plantain pieces. Saute 2 minutes. Add pineapple chunks, spices and pineapple juice or water. cover and simmer 5 minutes more. Add honey, to taste. Serve as a dessert or side dish for ham or pork.