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Baked Ham and Pineapple with Coconut-Cheddar Crust

Baked Ham and Pineapple with Coconut-Cheddar Crust
A simple yet satisfying casserole that balances sweet and savory with ease. Layers of ham and pineapple bake under a golden crust of sharp cheddar and toasted coconut, creating a dish that's equally at home on a weeknight table or a holiday spread. The pineapple softens and caramelizes slightly while the cheese bubbles and browns, with coconut adding a nutty crunch. Served alongside a bright, herb-flecked couscous salad with lime and roasted nuts, this meal delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Always a hit, never overlooked.
Ingredients
  • 600 g (1.32 lbs) smoked ham slices
  • 400 g (about 8 rings) canned pineapple slices, drained
  • 200 g (1 cup) sharp aged cheddar cheese, grated
  • 20 g (2 tbsp) unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 60 g (1/3 cup) couscous
  • 250 ml (1 cup) boiling water
  • 1 small cucumber, finely chopped
  • 10 g (1/4 cup) fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 2.5 ml (1/2 tsp) lime zest
  • 30 ml (2 tbsp) coconut cream
  • 15 ml (1 tbsp) toasted chopped nuts (e.g., almonds or cashews)
  • 15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F)

2. Arrange a single layer of ham slices in a greased baking dish, slightly overlapping

3. Place a pineapple slice on each ham layer, then top with another layer of ham

4. Repeat stacking until all ham and pineapple are used, finishing with a ham layer on top

5. Sprinkle grated cheddar evenly over the top, then distribute shredded coconut

6. Bake for 15 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden and edges are lightly crisped

7. While the bake cooks, prepare the couscous: pour boiling water over couscous, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes

8. Fluff couscous with a fork and mix in chopped cucumber, basil, lime zest, coconut cream, chopped nuts, and olive oil

9. Season with salt and pepper to taste

10. Serve the hot ham and pineapple bake over a bed of the couscous salad, warm or at room temperature

Tools
  • oven
  • baking dish
  • utensils
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • cheese grater
  • mixing bowl
  • spoon

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