Name: Cheese Grits Casserole
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 3 cups water; 3/4 cup Albers® Quick Grits; 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (divided); 3/4 cup evaporated milk; 1/3 cup butter or margarine (softened); 2 eggs (lightly beaten); 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce; 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Cheese Grits Casserole

At times, it's difficult to think of something else besides rice and mashed potatoes as a side dish for a dinner with meat, chicken or fish. Let us help you out by introducing this delicious, easy-to-make recipe that you'll love.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 45

Total Time 55

Servings 6

Ingredients

3 cups water
3/4 cup Albers® Quick Grits
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided
3/4 cup evaporated milk
1/3 cup butter or margarine softened
2 eggs lightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

PREHEAT oven to 375°F. Grease an 8-inch square pan or 2 quart baking dish.
BRING water to a boil in a medium saucepan; slowly stir in grits. Cover pan; reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 6 minutes.
ADD 1 1/2 cups cheese, evaporated milk and butter to saucepan; stir until cheese and butter are melted. Add eggs, hot pepper sauce and pepper; stir well. Pour into prepared pan; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
BAKE for 40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown and puffy. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.