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Green Chile Cheese Grits Casserole

A delicious and comforting casserole made with green chiles and cheese grits.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Total Time 1 hr
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Southern
Servings 6 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • 2-quart casserole dish
  • Oven

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup quick-cooking grits
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 can chopped green chiles (4 ounces)
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1/2 cup milk

Instructions: 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add grits and salt, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in butter, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and green chiles.
  • In a small bowl, beat together eggs and milk. Stir into the grits mixture.
  • Pour the mixture into a greased 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until set and golden, about 45 minutes.

Notes:

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition value:

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Keywords:

Keyword Casserole, Cheese, Grits
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