Pineapple Bake

Sweet and savory dish that pairs perfectly with ham or turkey: Pineapple Bake! The pineapple, buttery breadcrumbs, and sugar make this dish perfect for potlucks, weekend dinners, Friendsgiving, and any other reason to gather and dine.

Ingredients

1 20oz Can                         Crushed Pineapple, undrained

½ C                                      Unsalted Butter, Melted

1 C                                       Granulated Sugar

4                                           Large Eggs, Beaten

1                                           Small French Baguette

1 tsp                                    Vanilla Extract

Preparations

1. Preheat oven to 350° Grease a medium (8×8) baking dish.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed pineapple with its juice, melted butter, sugar, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until fully blended.
3. Cube bread into ½ – 1 inch pieces. Gently fold in the bread cubes to the large mixing bowl, making sure they are evenly coated with the pineapple mixture.
4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
5. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
6. Allow to cool for at least 5 minutes before serving warm.

Love it but want a bit more try adding cherries, clove, nutmeg, or cinnamon for some extra flavor. More amazing breakfast recipes: Cinnamon Raisin French Toast and Bananas Foster Topping, Monte Cristo Breakfast Bake, and Sweet Heat Bacon Bundles. Brunch in style with delectable entrees at Edgewater Café at Four Winds South Bend or enjoy staple favorites at Timbers at all of our locations.