Description
A delightful Southern Pineapple Casserole that combines the sweetness of pineapple with the richness of cheddar cheese, topped with a buttery cracker crust. This comforting side dish is perfect for holiday gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
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Pineapple Mixture:
- 2 cans (20 ounces each) pineapple chunks, drained (reserve 1/4 cup juice)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Cracker Topping:
- 1 sleeve buttery round crackers (such as Ritz), crushed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix Pineapple: In a large bowl, combine sugar, flour, pineapple chunks, reserved juice, and cheddar cheese.
- Layer: Spread the pineapple mixture in the dish.
- Cracker Topping: Mix crushed crackers with melted butter and sprinkle over the pineapple.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Serve warm.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with ham, pork, or chicken.
- For a lighter version, reduce sugar or use pineapple in natural juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
