Pineapple can be intimidating to prep, but it's time to stop buying plastic containers full of precut fruit and learn how to properly cut one. Even if it feels a little awkward at first, in time, it'll be a breeze. If you want to learn an easy way to do it, then take a look at these step-by-step photos.

— Additional reporting by Nicole Perry

Rotate the pineapple and cut off the bottom. This way, the pineapple can stand up on either end.

Trim off any remaining skin. Also, use a melon baller to cut out the tough brown eyes in the flesh of the fruit.

Chop them into the width of your liking.