Soak the cornmeal in 3 cups water for 2 hours.

The cornmeal will be soft and have absorbed the liquid to form a smooth thick liquid.

In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil with the cinnamon stick and cloves.

Reduce to a simmer and add the soaked cornmeal and sugar.

Simmer for about 5-8 minutes until thickened, stirring frequently. It should be like a thin smoothie consistency. It will thicken more as it chills.

Remove spices.

Chill or serve warm, as desired.

To serve, garnish with chopped pineapple.