SOUTHERN GRITS CASSEROLE

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My family's favorite with seafood, especially with shrimp or crabcakes. It's great for brunch or a casual dinner party! Growing up, I never had grits, but I've grown to love them. :) Prep time does not include the 20 minutes needed to cook the grits.

Provided by BeachGirl

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 9x12x2 inch casserole, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups cooked grits, hot (I use yellow grits)
2/3 cup skim milk
1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 cups egg substitute or 2 whole eggs
4 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese (1 cup)
1/2 cup crisp bacon, crumbled (I use Oscar Meyer or Hormel real bacon bits)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Spray 9x12x2-inch pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Place hot grits in large bowl.
  • Add butter and stir to mix and let butter melt.
  • Add liquid ingredients and stir to mix well.
  • Pour into casserole.
  • Place casserole in oven; place pan of water on shelf below casserole.
  • This helps keep carrerole from drying out.
  • Bake 50 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and sprinkle casserole with cheese and then bacon.
  • Return to oven for an additional 10 minutes until just set in the middle.
  • Serve hot.

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