Grits Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 c. water
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 c. quick cooking grits
2 Tbsp. butter
1 1/2 c. grated processed cheese, divided
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 c. milk
1 small can green chilies

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350\u00b0.
In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
Add garlic powder, salt and pepper.
Bring mixture to a boil.
Gradually stir in grits.
Lower heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
Remove pan from heat; stir in butter and chilies.
Add 1 cup of cheese until melted.
Mix eggs with milk.
Stir into grits.
Pour grits into a greased 2-quart casserole.
Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Bake for 1 hour. Makes 4 to 6 servings.