Chile Cheese Grits Recipe

Spice up your next barbecue with this cheesy, comforting Chile Cheese Grits Casserole! A delicious and unique alternative to potatoes, this recipe, adapted from the Junior League of El Paso's "Seasoned with Sun" cookbook, delivers a creamy, spicy kick that will impress your guests. Perfect as a side dish or even a light main course.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 150 mins

Calories 314.7 kcal

Protein 25g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chile Cheese Grits

4 cups water
1 cup coarse ground grits
1 teaspoon salt
Eggs
Longhorn Cheese
1/4 cup butter
Green Chilies
Hot Pepper Sauce
Paprika

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How to Make Chile Cheese Grits

Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).
In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of coarse ground grits. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese, 1 (4 ounce) can of diced green chilies (drained), 1/2 cup of chopped onion, 1/4 cup of butter, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir until cheese is melted and ingredients are well combined.
Lightly grease a 9x12 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Pour the grit mixture into the prepared dish.
Bake for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until golden brown and bubbly. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.