Cheese Grits Casserole Breakfast
Southern

Cheese Grits Casserole

Baked grits loaded with sharp cheddar, butter, and eggs — perfect for a crowd.

60
Total Min
45
Cook Min
8
Servings
Easy
Difficulty

Ingredients

  • 2.00 cup stone-ground grits
  • 8.00 cup water
  • 2.00 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
  • black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 baking dish.

  2. 2

    Bring water and salt to a boil.

  3. 3

    Slowly whisk in grits, reduce heat, and cook 20-25 minutes until thick.

  4. 4

    Remove from heat and stir in butter and 1 1/2 cups of the cheese.

  5. 5

    Let cool slightly then stir in beaten eggs and milk.

  6. 6

    Season with garlic powder and pepper.

  7. 7

    Pour into prepared baking dish.

  8. 8

    Top with remaining cheese.

  9. 9

    Bake 45-50 minutes until set and golden on top.

  10. 10

    Let rest 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts
Per Serving (8 servings)
Calories 1165
Total Fat66g
Saturated Fat33g
Cholesterol1506mg
Sodium1692mg
Total Carbohydrate75g
Dietary Fiber4g
Total Sugars27g
Protein71g
Source: USDA FoodData Central
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