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Cheese ‘n’ Grits Casserole

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. Bake: 30 min. + standing YIELD: 8 servings.
Grits are a staple in southern cooking. Serve this as a brunch item with bacon or as a side dish for dinner.—Jennifer Wallis, Goldsboro, North Carolina

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup uncooked old-fashioned grits
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup 2% milk
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon paprika

Directions

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Slowly stir in grits and salt. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until thickened, 5-7 minutes. Cool slightly. Gradually whisk in milk, butter and eggs. Stir in cheese, Worcestershire sauce and cayenne.
  • 2. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 30-35 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 202 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 335mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 7g protein.

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