Carnation Recipe: Cheese Grits Casserole - Very Best Baking

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We liked this dish very much. I left out the hot sauce becauce of smal...

Anne C., Kings Mountain, NC on 1/09

Cheese Grits Casserole

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Level: Easy

At times, it's difficult to think of something else besides rice and mashed potatoes as a side dish for a dinner with meat, chicken or fish. Let us help you out by introducing this delicious, easy-to-make recipe that you'll love.

Prep: 10 min

Cooking: 45 min

Cooling time: 5 min standing

Yields: 6 side-dish servings

Ingredients

3 cups water
3/4 cup ALBERS® Quick Grits
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
3/4 cup NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk
1/3 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

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Directions

PREHEAT oven to 375° F. Grease a 2-quart baking dish.

BRING water to a boil in a medium saucepan; slowly stir in grits. Cover pan; reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 6 minutes.

ADD 1 1/2 cups cheese, evaporated milk and butter to saucepan; stir until cheese and butter are melted. Add eggs, hot pepper sauce and pepper; stir well. Pour into prepared baking dish; sprinkle with remaining cheese.

BAKE for 40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown and puffy. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Remember to follow baking instructions before consuming.

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Recipe Reviews

Anne C. , Kings Mountain, NC
January 2009

Good Grits

We liked this dish very much. I left out the hot sauce becauce of small children. It was easy and filling. Yum!.

Rita M. , Natrona Heights, PA
December 2008

cheesy grits casserole

This recipe was so easy to make and super tasting - very creamy with a "POP" of flavor... excellent side dish with grilled or roasted chicken..

Cora H. , Topeka, KS
October 2008

These Grits I Like

Normally grits & I do not get along well, but these cheesy grits are an exception. Easy to make and the taste is surprisingly good..

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NUTRITION FACTS
Amount Per Serving 6 side-dish servings
Serving Size 1/6 of recipe
Calories 370
Calories from Fat. 230
% Daily Value
Total Fat 26g	40%
Saturated Fat 15g	75%
Cholesterol 145mg	49%
Sodium 380mg	16%
Carbohydrates 20g	7%
Dietary Fiber .5g	2%
Sugars 3g
Protein 15g
Vitamin A	15%
Vitamin C	0%
Calcium	35%
Iron	2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet
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