Garlic Cheese Grits - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 c. water
2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. grits
1 stick butter
3 eggs, well beaten
1 lb. sharp Cheddar cheese, grated (about 4 c.)
1 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
cayenne pepper to taste

Preparation

Bring water to a rapid boil with salt.
Gradually stir in grits with a fork.
Cook until all water is absorbed.
Stir in butter bit by bit.
Carefully add eggs, cheese, garlic and cayenne pepper.
Put into greased 2 1/2-quart casserole.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Serves 8.