Baked Cheese Grits Breakfast
Southern

Baked Cheese Grits

Stone ground grits baked with sharp cheddar, butter, and a touch of hot sauce.

55
Total Min
45
Cook Min
6
Servings
Easy
Difficulty

Ingredients

  • 1.00 cup quick-cooking grits
  • 4.00 cup water
  • 1.00 tsp salt
  • 0.50 cup butter
  • 2.00 cup sharp cheddar cheese
  • 3.00 l arge eggs
  • 1.00 cup whole milk
  • 0.50 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp cayenne

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 2-quart baking dish.

  2. 2

    Cook grits in salted water according to package directions.

  3. 3

    Stir in butter and 1 1/2 cups cheese until melted.

  4. 4

    Cool slightly then stir in eggs, milk, garlic powder, and cayenne.

  5. 5

    Pour into baking dish.

  6. 6

    Top with remaining cheese.

  7. 7

    Bake 45 minutes until set and golden.

  8. 8

    Rest 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts
Per Serving (6 servings)
Calories 1358
Total Fat88g
Saturated Fat43g
Cholesterol2007mg
Sodium1799mg
Total Carbohydrate52g
Dietary Fiber3g
Total Sugars19g
Protein92g
Source: USDA FoodData Central
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