Sausage and Cheese Grits Casserole

 

1

pound bulk pork sausage

4

cups water

1/2

teaspoon salt

1

cup uncooked quick grits

1 1/2

cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (6 ounces)

2

tablespoons butter or margarine

3

eggs, beaten

1/2

cup milk

• 1 Heat oven to 350°F. Spray shallow 3-quart casserole with cooking spray.
• 2 In 10-inch skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 7 to 9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink; drain.
• 3 Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan, heat water and salt to boiling. Slowly stir in grits; reduce heat. Cover and cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally; remove from heat. Stir in 1 cup of the cheese and the butter until melted. Stir in eggs, milk and sausage.
• 4 Pour grits mixture into casserole. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
• 5 Bake casserole uncovered 25 to 30 minutes or until center is set. Cool 10 minutes before serving.