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Here is a classic Retro Dessert. When's the last time you had a slice of Pineapple Upside Cake? Does this bring back childhood memories?
It seems that this cake was invented somewhere between the late 1920's or early 1930's. One of Jame Dole's (of Dole Pineapples) engineers invented a machine that would core and slice pineapples. Soon, canned pineapple became a pantry staple in American homes-- and thus, the Pineapple Upside Down Cake was created. That's what I read on the internet, so it must be true!
I love fresh pineapple, and one of my favorite snacks is pineapple and cottage cheese. I could eat that every day, and be content. On our recent trip to Hawaii, I was always happy to see pineapple as a garnish with my…
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