Grits Casserole Recipe

American · Main course · 55 min total

A creamy, cheesy grits casserole baked with eggs and cheese, perfect for breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

• 4 cups water
• 1 cup stone-ground grits
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 green onions, sliced (optional for topping)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Slowly whisk in grits, reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 15-20 minutes.
3. Remove from heat. Stir in butter, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and black pepper. Gradually stir into grits mixture until well combined.
5. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until set and lightly golden on top.
6. Let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with sliced green onions if desired. Serve warm.

Tips

• For extra flavor, add cooked crumbled bacon or sausage to the casserole before baking.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the microwave or oven.
• If using quick-cooking grits, reduce cooking time to 5 minutes.

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