Baked Garlic Cheese Grits
Upgrade your breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner with this savory Southern garlic cheese grits casserole!
Ingredients
- 6 cups water
- 2 1/2 teaspoons Diamond Crystal kosher salt, or 1 1/2 teaspoons table salt
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned or stone ground grits*
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3 large eggs, beaten
- 2 to 3 cups 8 to 12 ounces shredded cheddar cheese (mild, sharp, or a combination)
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Fresh chopped parsley or chives for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Pan: Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat it to 350 F (180 C). Butter a 2 1/2-quart baking dish.
- Cook the Grits: Bring the water and salt to a full rolling boil. Gradually whisk the grits into the boiling water. Bring the grits back to a boil and reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan and simmer the grits, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes or until the liquids have been absorbed. Whisk in the butter, 1 tablespoon at a time. Remove the pan from the heat.
- Mix: Working quickly, whisk the beaten eggs into the hot grits. Add the cheese, garlic, and pepper and stir until well blended.
- Bake: Turn the grits into the prepared baking dish and bake for 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley or chives, if desired, and serve. Enjoy!
Notes
*If using quick grits, follow the package directions for cooking.
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