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Cheddar Cheese and Grits Casserole

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Total Time 50 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 300  F
Servings: 8
Calories: 220
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Dietary: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
Description

A classic Southern cheese grits casserole — hot cooked yellow grits combined with butter and sharp cheddar while still steaming, then bound with a beaten egg and milk mixture and baked at 300°F for 40 minutes, finished with a crown of Parmesan cheese and paprika in the last 15 minutes. Simple, rich, and the ultimate Southern comfort side.

Ingredients
  • 1 Cup Yellow grits, cooked
  • 4 Tbsp Butter
  • 1/2 lbs. Cheddar cheese, grated
  • 2 Eggs, beaten
  • Milk (enough milk to equal 1 cups of liquids)
  • Paprika for garnish
  • Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
  1. 1
    Cook grits according to package directions.
  2. 2
    While grits are hot, add butter and cheddar cheese. Stir until both are fully melted.
  3. 3
    Place beaten eggs in a measuring cup. Add enough milk to equal 1 cup of liquid total. Mix together.
  4. 4
    Stir the egg and milk mixture into the grits.
  5. 5
    Pour into a buttered casserole dish.
  6. 6
    Bake at 300°F for 40 minutes.
  7. 7
    In the last 15 minutes, top with Parmesan cheese and paprika and continue baking.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 220kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 8g40%
Cholesterol 80mg27%
Sodium 330mg14%
Total Carbohydrate 14g5%
Sugars 1g
Protein 10g20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

The key is adding the butter and cheddar while the grits are still hot — they melt in and create a seamless, creamy base.

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