Garlic Cheese Grits - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 c. water
1 tsp. salt
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 c. uncooked regular grits
1 (12-oz.) block sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 c. butter
1 tsp. seasoned pepper
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1/4 tsp. hot sauce
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
paprika

Preparation

Bring first 3 ingredients to a boil in a large saucepan; gradually stir in grits.
Return to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes or until thickened.
Add Cheddar cheese and next 4 ingredients, stirring until cheese melts.
Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes.
Stir in eggs, and pour into a lightly greased 11-inch by 7-inch baking dish or 2-quart casserole.
Sprinkle with paprika.
Bake grits at 350\u00b0 for 1 hour or until set.