Pineapple Casserole

It’s time to break out the Easter recipes! One of my favs is going to sound weird, but oh so delicious! I originally ate this at a Women’s Gathering several years ago. I got the recipe from a church cookbook (per Southern Living) and kept it. It’s different, fun, and oh so southern. If you are looking for a great side to serve with your ham, this is it! Trust me! here's how...

Ingredients:

• 2 (20-oz.) cans pineapple chunks in juice, drained (reserve 6 Tbsp. juice)

• 1/3 cups sugar

• 5 Tbsp. flour

• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

• 1/4 cup butter, melted

• 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium size bowl, combine sugar, flour, and reserved pineapple juice. Add pineapple chunks and toss well to combine. Spoon pineapple mixture into 8x8-inch casserole dish, and top with shredded cheese. Combine crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter. Spread Ritz cracker topping evenly on top of pineapple mixture. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes, or until bubbly. Serve and enjoy!

Photo credit: Southern Living Mag