Cheesy Grits Recipe

Classic southern grits are baked to be the cheesiest!
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Summary

Preparation Time15 MinCooking Time1 Hr 10 Min
Ready In1 Hr 25 MinDifficulty LevelMedium
Health IndexAverageServings6
CuisineAmericanCourseMain Dish
TasteSweetFeelCheesy
MethodBakedSpecialityChristmas
Main IngredientCheeseInterest GroupParty

Ingredients

 
2 cups milk
 
2 cups water
 
1 teaspoon salt
 
1/4 teaspoon pepper
 
1 cup hominy quick grits
 
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (6 ounces)
 
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
 
2 eggs, slightly beaten
 
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
 
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Directions

1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 1 1/2-quart casserole. Heat milk, water, salt and pepper to boiling in 2-quart saucepan. Gradually add grits, stirring constantly; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until thick.
2. Stir in cheese and onions. Stir 1 cup of the hot mixture into eggs; stir back into remaining hot mixture in saucepan. Pour hot mixture into casserole. Dot with butter; sprinkle with paprika.
3. Bake uncovered 35 to 40 minutes or until set. Let stand 10 minutes.

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