You're going to love the combination of sharp cheddar and pineapple in my Southern Pineapple Casserole. It's sweet, it's savory, and it's steeped in Southern tradition!
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Cook Time 30 minutesminutes
Total Time 45 minutesminutes
Servings 8servings
Ingredients
20ouncespineapple tidbits with juice
3tablespoonsall-purpose flour
1cupsharp Cheddar cheesegrated
⅓cupgranulated sugar
½cupRitz crackerscrushed (about 12 )
¼cupbutterplus more for preparing the dish
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Generously butter an 8x8 or 9x9 baking dish.
In a medium bowl, combine the undrained pineapple tidbits, flour, cheese, and sugar. Stir well, but gently, to combine the ingredients.
Pour into the prepared baking dish.
Spread the cracker crumbs evenly over the top of the pineapple mixture. Dot the top with butter.
Bake for 20-30 minutes or until bubbly. Remove from the oven and cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
This recipe is best enjoyed while still warm and fresh from the oven. However, if you do have leftovers you want to store, you'll need to allow it to cool completely first, then transfer to an airtight container which can be kept in the refrigerator for about 3 days.