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Baked Cheese Grits Casserole Recipe

Start your day with a cheesy, savory delight! This Baked Cheese Grits Casserole is the perfect make-ahead breakfast or brunch dish. Creamy stone-ground grits are loaded with cheese, crispy bacon, and a hint of spice, then baked to golden perfection. Prepare it the night before, refrigerate, and bake fresh in the morning for a truly unforgettable meal that's sure to impress your family and friends. Get the recipe now!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 237.8 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Baked Cheese Grits Casserole

  • 4 slices bacon, cooked, crumbled
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup quick-cooking grits
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0 units Velveeta Cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0 units garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 dash hot sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 clove minced garlic

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How to Make Baked Cheese Grits Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
  3. Add 1 cup stone-ground grits and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until grits are tender.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, 4 slices cooked and crumbled bacon, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 clove minced garlic, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and a dash of your favorite hot sauce.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk 2 large eggs lightly.
  7. Stir the eggs into the grits mixture.
  8. Pour the mixture into an ungreased 1 1/2-quart casserole dish.
  9. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
  10. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

41g

Carbs

5g

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