Grits Casserole
Grits Casserole is a popular Southern dish often served for breakfast or brunch.
This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Ingredients
- 2 cup Grits
- 4 cup Milk
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 Eggs
- 2 tablespoon Butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Green onions, chopped
- 4 slices Bacon, cooked and crumbled
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large saucepan, bring the milk to a boil.
- Slowly whisk in the grits and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, melted butter, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then add them to the grits mixture. Stir until fully incorporated.
- Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish and sprinkle with chopped green onions and crumbled bacon.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the top is golden brown.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 2g
- Protein 12g24%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.