Pineapple Casserole Recipe

Ingredients:

2 cans (20 oz each) pineapple chunks, drained (reserve 1/4 cup juice)

1 cup sugar

6 tablespoons all-purpose flour

2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1 cup crushed Ritz crackers or similar buttery crackers

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions:

Preheat Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Prepare Pineapple Mixture:

In a mixing bowl, combine the pineapple chunks, reserved pineapple juice, sugar, flour, and cheddar cheese. Stir until all ingredients are well mixed.

Transfer to Baking Dish:

Spoon the pineapple mixture into a medium-sized baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Prepare the Topping:

In another bowl, mix the crushed crackers with melted butter until the mixture is well combined.

Add Topping:

Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the top of the pineapple mixture in the baking dish.

Bake:

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.

Serve:

Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. This dish can be served as a side, especially popular during holidays, or as a unique dessert.

Pineapple Casserole is a delightful mix of textures and flavors, with the juicy sweetness of pineapple contrasted by the savory sharpness of cheddar and the buttery crunch of the topping.

It’s a crowd-pleaser that’s both easy to make and delicious to eat. If you’d like to tweak the recipe or explore other dishes, feel free to ask!