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Grits N Greens Casserole Recipe

Indulge in this creamy, cheesy, and utterly irresistible Grits N Greens Casserole! This Southern comfort food classic features creamy stone-ground grits perfectly complemented by the earthy bitterness of sautéed collard greens and a sprinkle of salty bacon. A perfect side dish or a satisfying vegetarian main course, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 659.5 kcal
Protein 39g
Rating 4.8 (5 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Grits N Greens Casserole

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How to Make Grits N Greens Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 13 x 9 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large saucepan, bring 6 cups of chicken broth and 1 cup of heavy cream to a boil. Gradually whisk in 4 cups of coarse stone-ground grits.
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook, stirring frequently, until the grits are thick and creamy, about 25-30 minutes. Add more broth or milk, 1/4 cup at a time, if needed to reach desired consistency.
  4. While the grits cook, prepare the collard greens: In a separate pot, bring 2 cups of chicken broth to a boil. Add 1 pound of chopped collard greens and cook for 10 minutes, or until tender.
  5. Drain the collard greens well and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  6. Stir in 4 tablespoons of butter and 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese into the cooked grits until melted and smooth.
  7. Gently fold in the cooked collard greens into the grits mixture.
  8. Pour the grits and greens mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  9. Top with 4 ounces of crumbled cooked bacon.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

53 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

147g

Carbs

10g

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