Grits Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 c. water
1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 c. regular grits
1/4 c. (1/2 stick) butter
1/2 c. real bacon bits, optional
2 tsp. worcestershire sauce
pepper to taste
4 eggs, beaten
1/2 c. sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 c. Italian style dry bread crumbs
1 tsp. butter-flavored sprinkles

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350\u00b0.
Microwave grits, water and salt for 2 minutes or until grits are thickened and tender.
Add butter, bacon, sauce and pepper.
Stir in eggs; scrape mixture into medium baking dish sprayed with nonstick spray.
Sprinkle with cheese, bread crumbs and sprinkles.
Bake until puffy and golden brown, about 45 minutes.
Yield: 8 servings.