The outside skin of a pineapple is called what?

It is called the rind.

Pineapple is a delicious and juicy tropical fruit that is considered a symbol of hospitality. Although pineapple may represent a welcome gift in the Tropics, to many of us it represents a yummy snack or dessert. The sweet golden flesh of the pineapple is high in vitamin C and fiber.

It also contains bromelain, an enzyme that breaks down proteins, making pineapple a perfect meat tenderizer. Surprisingly, the thick skin of a pineapple that is often discarded also has nutritional benefits. So instead of trashing the skin after you cut up a fresh pineapple, follow these steps to make a refreshing and healthy juice at The Nest - Woman.

Find tips to use pineapple skins in your kitchen and home, and give those scraps a second life.

Fresh pineapple is quite perishable. Learn how to select the proper pineapple for your recipes and how to store it at Homecooking.about.com.