Cheese Grits Casserole
Cheese Grits Casserole is a rich, comforting baked dish from the American South, made by combining creamy stone-ground corn grits with generous amounts of cheese, butter, and often eggs or milk, then baked until set and golden. It's a staple side dish at holiday meals, potlucks, and Sunday brunches, known for its savory, custardy texture and deep flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is typically high in carbohydrates and fat, providing a good source of calcium and protein from the cheese and dairy, with a rough calorie count of 300-450 per serving depending on portion size and specific ingredients used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 420 kcal |
| Protein | 14 g |
| Carbs | 42 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Calcium | 300 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Selenium | 18 mcg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.5 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.3 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2.5 mg |
| Zinc | 2 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Cheese Grits Casserole is a culinary descendant of simple, colonial-era corn porridges, transformed into a celebratory dish that showcases the Southern tradition of elevating humble, staple ingredients into something indulgent and communal.
