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Grits and Sausage Bake
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 1 Minutes
Ready In: 16 Minutes
Servings: 6
This is a real southern favorite, a great breakfast casserole, a meal or a side dish. I hope you enjoy it. Note; Batter can be made the day before; covered refrigerate. Let stand 30 minutes before baking.
Ingredients:
16 ounces breakfast sausage, cooked, drained and crumbled
3 cups water
3/4 cup quick-cooking grits
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided (8-ounces)
2/3 cup evaporated milk
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (optional)
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees, grease 8-inch-square baking dish.
2. Bring water to a boil in medium saucepan; slowly stir in grits, cover; reduce heat to low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 6 minutes.
3. Add 1 1/2 cups cheese, evaporated milk, garlic powder, and hot sauce; stir until cheese is melted.
4. Add sausage and eggs; stir well; pour into prepared baking dish.
5. Bake 1 hour, top with remaining cheese; bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes or until cheese is melted ans gloden brown.
6. Let cool 10 minutes before serving, season with ground black pepper.
By RecipeOfHealth.com