Baked Cheese Grits(Makes 18 To 24 Servings) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

18 c. water
3 Tbsp. salt
4 1/2 c. uncooked, regular grits
1 1/2 c. butter or margarine
12 c. shredded, medium-sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
18 eggs, beaten

Preparation

Combine water and salt; bring to a boil.
Stir in grits; cook until done, following package directions.
Remove from heat.
Add butter and 11 1/4 cups cheese; stir until completely melted.
Add a small amount of hot grits to eggs, stirring well.
Stir egg mixture into remaining grits.
Pour grits into a lightly greased steam table pan; sprinkle with remaining 3/4 cup cheese.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 1 hour and 15 minutes.