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Garlic Cheese Grits Casserole Recipe

A comforting and cheesy grits casserole with a hint of garlic.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Total Time 1 hr
Course Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine Southern
Servings 6 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup grits quick-cooking
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 3 eggs beaten
  • 2 tbsp butter melted
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

Instructions: 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add salt and grits, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in cheese, milk, eggs, butter, and garlic until well combined.
  • Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.
  • Bake for 45 minutes or until set and golden on top.
  • Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes:

For extra flavor, you can add cooked bacon or sausage to the mixture before baking.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Keywords:

Keyword Casserole, Cheese, Garlic, Grits
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