Country Grits And Sausage Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. water
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. uncooked grits
4 c. shredded cheese
extra sharp Cheddar
4 eggs, beaten
1 c. milk
1/2 tsp. dried whole thyme
1/8 tsp. garlic salt
2 lb. sausage, cooked, crumbled and drained

Preparation

Bring water and salt to boil.
Stir in grits then reduce heat and cook 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Combine grits and cheese in a large mixing bowl and stir until cheese is melted.
In separate bowl combine eggs, milk, thyme and garlic salt.
Mix well. Add to egg mixture a small amount of hot grits mixture, stirring well.
Stir in remaining grits.
Add cooked sausage.
Pour into 12 x 8 x 2-inch baking dish.
Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Next morning, remove from refrigerator and let stand 15 minutes.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 50 to 55 minutes.
This recipe may be halved.