Ingredients for Sausage Grits Pecan Casserole
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Quick Cooking Grits
- Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- Breakfast Sausage
- ½ cup chopped pecans
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How to Make Sausage Grits Pecan Casserole
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 3-quart baking dish with 1 tablespoon melted butter.
- In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water and 1 teaspoon salt to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Slowly whisk in 1 cup of grits. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes, or until cooked, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 2 tablespoons butter until melted.
- Stir in 4 large eggs, ½ cup milk, and 1 ½ cups cooked sausage (browned and crumbled).
- Pour the grits mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle with ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese and ½ cup chopped pecans.
- Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the pecans are golden brown.
- Let cool for 15 minutes before serving.
- For make-ahead convenience: Cover the casserole with plastic wrap after topping with cheese and pecans and refrigerate. Bake as directed the next morning, adding 10-15 minutes to the baking time.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
24 g
Sugar
2g
Fat
62g
Carbs
6g
