Cheese Grits Casserole
Rich, creamy, cheesy grits casserole
Servings: 10
Calories: 296kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 3 cups chicken stock (I use low sodium or vegetable stock can be substituted)
- 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- dash of cayenne pepper
- 2 cups quick cooking grits
- 2 cups (16oz) shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup butter - melted and cooled
- 3 eggs
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a 11x7 pan with nonstick spray.
- Heat water, stock and milk in a large pot on medium - bring to a low boil. Add salt, pepper, garlic and cayenne. Stir.
- Slowly pour grits into liquid and stir. Turn heat down to low. Continue to cook for 5 minutes, stirring mixture to ensure grits do not stick or clump.
- Remove grits from burner and let cool for 8 to 10 minutes.
- Add butter, cheese and eggs mixing well to incorporate all ingredients. Pour into prepared casserole dish.
- Bake for 50 minutes until golden brown.
- after 40 minutes, you can sprinkle on addition cheese - I use Parmesean or cheddar.
- Let casserole rest for 10 minutes then serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 296kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 783mg | Potassium: 195mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 482IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 204mg | Iron: 1mg