Cheese Grits

Cheese Grits

Looking for a cozy side dish that wraps you in a warm, cheesy hug? This Cheese Grits recipe is layered with creamy, buttery goodness and has a golden, bubbly top once baked. Whether you’re hosting brunch, need a side dish for family dinner or holiday potluck, this recipe hits the spot every time. This isn’t just any Cheese Grits recipe. The addition of Boursin garlic cheese takes the flavor to the next level, while the eggs and milk create a luscious, creamy consistency.

Author: Weelicious

Meal Type: Peanuts Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 212 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • 4 cups - water
  • 1 cup - quick cooking grits
  • 1 tsp - kosher salt
  • ¼ cup - butter
  • 5 ¼ ounces - garlic cheese
  • 2 cups - cheddar cheese
  • 2 - eggs
  • ¾ cup - whole milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Bring the water to a boil in a large saucepan and add the grits and salt.
  3. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover and cook grits for 5 minutes or until thickened.
  4. Remove grits from the heat and stir in the butter, garlic cheese and 1 cup of cheddar until melted.
  5. In a separate bowl mix the egg and milk then add to the grits mixture, stirring briskly until combined.
  6. Pour into a buttered 11 x 7 inch casserole dish and top with remaining 1 cup cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake for 1 hour or until golden and bubbly and serve.

Nutrition

Energy: 212 kcal | Total Fat: 18 g | Saturated: 10 g | Trans: 0 g | Unsaturated: 0 g | Cholesterol: 93 mg | Total Carbs: 4 g | Fiber: 0 g | Sugars: 1 g | Proteins: 9 g | Sodium: 569 mg | Polyunsaturated: 1 g | Monounsaturated: 4 g

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