The Southern Lady Cooks – PINEAPPLE CASSEROLE

INGREDIENTS

1 20 ounce can

crushed pineapple, drained (save 1/4 cup juice)

1 15 ounce can

mandarin oranges, drained (You can substitute another 20 ounce can of pineapple chunks or cherries, peaches or whatever fruit you like)

1/2 cup

white granulated sugar

6 tbsp

all-purpose flour

1 cup

shredded coconut (Optional)

2 cups

shredded cheddar cheese

1/4 cup

pineapple juice from the crushed pineapple above

1 stick

butter or margarine or 8 tablespoons or 1/2 cup, melted

to 50 Ritz crackers, crushed

1 cup

pecans or walnuts (Optional)