Baked Cheese Grits Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Cheese Grits

• 4 cups chicken broth
• Quick Cooking Grits
• Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese
• Monterey Jack Cheese
• Whipping Cream
• Hot Sauce
• Black Pepper
• Cayenne Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
• 2 large eggs

How to Make Baked Cheese Grits

1. Bring 4 cups of chicken broth to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of quick-cooking grits.
3. Bring the mixture back to a boil.
4. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until the grits are thick and creamy.
5. Remove from heat and stir in 1 ½ cups of shredded cheddar cheese, ½ cup of heavy cream, 2 tablespoons of butter, 1 teaspoon of salt, and ½ teaspoon of black pepper. Stir until the cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth. Add 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, if desired.
6. Stir in 2 large eggs, beating lightly beforehand.
7. Pour the grits mixture into a lightly greased 2-quart baking dish.
8. Bake, uncovered, at 350°F (175°C) for 40-45 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
9. For stone-ground grits, use 6 cups of chicken broth and increase the cooking time in step 4 to 50 minutes.