Loaded Grits Casserole

A hearty and delicious casserole made with grits, cheese, and bacon.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Total Time 1 hr

Course Breakfast, Brunch

Cuisine Southern

Servings servings

Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

Oven
Baking Dish
Mixing bowl

Ingredients:

Main Ingredients

2 cups grits quick-cooking
4 cups water
1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
1/2 cup milk
6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add salt and grits, stirring constantly until thickened, about 5 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in cheese, milk, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish. Top with crumbled bacon.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly.
Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Notes:

Feel free to add some chopped green onions or a dash of hot sauce for extra flavor.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Casserole, Grits

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