Ingredients for Garlic Cheese Grits
- 1 cup coarse ground grits
- 3 1/2 cups water
- Unsalted Butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- Kosher Salt
- Black Pepper
- Heavy Cream
- Tabasco Sauce
- 2 large eggs
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How to Make Garlic Cheese Grits
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium saucepan, bring 3 1/2 cups of water to a boil. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of coarse ground grits. Reduce heat to low, and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently, until the grits are tender and creamy.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) of butter, 2 cloves of minced garlic, and 4 ounces of cream cheese until melted and smooth.
- Let the mixture cool slightly for about 5-10 minutes.
- Whisk in 1/2 cup of heavy cream, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, a dash of your favorite hot sauce (about 1/8 teaspoon), and 2 large eggs until well combined.
- Pour the grit mixture into a greased 8x8 inch square baking dish.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the casserole is set and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
18 g
Sugar
5g
Fat
75g
Carbs
7g