Grits And Sausage Bake Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible Southern classic! Our Grits and Sausage Bake is the perfect breakfast casserole, hearty enough for a satisfying meal or a delicious side dish. Creamy stone-ground grits are blended with savory sausage, melted cheese, and a hint of spice, then baked to golden perfection. Make it ahead – the batter can be prepared the day before and refrigerated! Get ready for a taste of the South that will leave you wanting more.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 100 mins
Calories 542.9 kcal
Protein 59g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Grits And Sausage Bake

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How to Make Grits And Sausage Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
  3. Slowly whisk in 1 cup of quick-cooking grits. Cover the saucepan.
  4. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-6 minutes, or until the grits are tender.
  5. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, 1 (12 ounce) can of evaporated milk, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce. Stir until the cheese is melted and smooth.
  6. Stir in 1 pound of cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage and 6 lightly beaten eggs. Mix well to combine.
  7. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  8. Bake for 1 hour.
  9. Remove from oven and top with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  10. Bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
  11. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Season with ground black pepper to taste.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

35 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

83g

Carbs

6g