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Baked pineapple casserole.

Pineapple Casserole

Pineapple Casserole is a sweet and savory dish that perfectly captures the essence of Southern comfort food. Growing up in the South, I remember family gatherings where this casserole always appeared. The aroma of melting cheese and buttery crackers wafting through the air brought everyone to the table, reminding us of home and the warmth of family traditions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Servings
Calories 378 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Medium casserole dish

Ingredients
  

  • 16 ounces pineapple canned tidbits drained
  • 16 ounces pineapple canned chunks drained reserve ¼ cup juice
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 32 Ritz crackers crushed
  • ½ cup butter melted
  • 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese shredded

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • Drain the pineapple chunks and tidbits completely, saving ¼ cup of the juice for later.
  • In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, pineapple chunks, pineapple tidbits, reserved pineapple juice and shredded cheese.
  • Pour the pineapple mixture into your prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter. Stir until the crackers are well-coated.
  • Sprinkle the Ritz cracker mixture evenly over the top of the pineapple mixture in the casserole dish.
  • Place the casserole in the oven and bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve it warm and enjoy the comforting flavors of this Southern classic.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 378kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 7gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 337mgPotassium: 175mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 624IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 193mgIron: 1mg

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Keyword Casserole, Pineapple Casserole, Southern Pineapple Casserole
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