Baked Cheese Grits

Grits are a popular Southern dish made from ground corn, and they can be served as a savory or sweet dish.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Baked Cheese Grits

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Southern Courses: Any, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Grits
• 4 cup Milk
• 4 tablespoon Butter
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• ¹⁄₂ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 large Eggs

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.
2. In a large saucepan, bring the milk and butter to a boil over medium heat. Slowly whisk in the grits and reduce the heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until thickened.
3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper until melted and well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Gradually stir the eggs into the grits mixture until well incorporated.
5. Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and smooth the top.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
7. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 2g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.