Sausage Cheese Grits Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 c. water
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. Jim Dandy quick grits
1 1/2 c. (6 oz.) grated sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
1/4 c. (1/2 stick) butter
4 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 c. milk
1 lb. sausage, browned and drained

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350\u00b0.
Grease a 3-quart baking dish. Bring water and salt to a boil in a large saucepan.
Slowly pour in grits.
Cover, reduce heat and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat. Stir in 1 cup cheese and butter until melted.
Add eggs, milk and sausage; blend well.
Pour mixture into prepared dish.
Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Bake 1 hour or until cheese is golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Makes 6 to 8 servings.