How to Crack Open a Coconut

• Puncture 2 or 3 of the round eyes near the stem with a clean screwdriver.
   
• Drain out the liquid into a bowl.
   
• Put the whole coconut in a 300°F. oven for about 20 minutes.
   
• Using oven mitts, carefully remove the coconut and rap it with a hammer on a solid surface to easily crack open.
   
• Remove the white meat from the shell with a spoon or fork.

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