Scalloped Pineapple

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup pineapple juice
• 2 (8-ounce) cans pineapple tidbits, drained
• 1/4 cup shredded coconut, for topping

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and stir until a paste is formed.
3. Add the brown sugar and nutmeg and stir until the mixture is smooth. Add the pineapple juice and stir until the sauce is thickened. Remove from the heat.
4. In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread the pineapple tidbits in an even layer. Pour the sauce over the pineapple and spread evenly.
5. Sprinkle the coconut over the top of the dish. Bake for 20 minutes or until the sauce is bubbly and the coconut is golden brown.
6. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Scalloped pineapple is a popular side dish in the southern United States.
• The dish was first created in the 1940s.
• The dish is an excellent source of vitamin C, a key nutrient for a healthy immune system.