Southern Pineapple Casserole

  Side Dishes

When I make pineapple casserole, I double the amount —because guests frequently request a second helping for dessert! Sweet-tangy fruit is even better combined with savory cheddar cheese and buttery cracker crumb topping.

Southern Pineapple Casserole

Average Rating: 5

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. Bake: 30 min. + standing
YIELD: 8 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained

  • TOPPING:
  • 2-1/2 cups crushed Ritz crackers (about 60 crackers)
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

Instructions

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix sugar and flour; stir in cheese. Stir in both cans of drained pineapple.
  • 2. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. In a small bowl, mix crackers and butter. Sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, 30-40 minutes or until topping is brown and cheese is melted. Let stand 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 514 calories, 22g fat (10g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 465mg sodium, 71g carbohydrate (48g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.

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