Baked cheese grits

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
½teaspoonSalt
2⅔cupWater
cupHominy grits, quick-cooking
2tablespoonsButter or margarine
6ouncesAmerican cheese, shredded
2Eggs; beaten
teaspoonPepper

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 F (moderate) Grease a 2-quart baking dish.

Add salt to water. Bring to a full, rolling boil. Add grits; return to boiling point. Cook, stirring constantly, until very thick, about 6 minutes.

Remove from heat. Add fat. Mix cheese, eggs, and pepper. Stir into grits. Pour into baking dish. Bake 40 minutes or until lightly browned.

Calories per ⅔ cup serving: About 230 Source: FOOD -- by U.S. Department of Agriculture Typed for you by Karen Mintzias