Baked Eggs and Grits

Baked eggs and grits is a popular Southern breakfast dish that combines creamy grits with baked eggs for a comforting and flavorful meal.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Baked Eggs and Grits

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Southern Courses: Breakfast Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 30 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1280

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Grits
• 2 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 4 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Green onions

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a saucepan, bring the milk and butter to a boil.
3. Gradually whisk in the grits and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted.
5. Season with salt and black pepper.
6. Grease a baking dish and pour the grits mixture into it.
7. Make 4 wells in the grits and crack an egg into each well.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked to your liking.
9. Garnish with chopped green onions.
10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 2g

Protein 15g30%

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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.