How to Make Southern Grits Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to Southern comfort food, few dishes can rival the hearty and satisfying nature of grits casserole. This classic dish is a staple in Southern cuisine, often enjoyed at breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish for dinner. With its creamy texture and rich flavor, Southern grits casserole is a beloved dish that has been passed down through generations, and for good reason.

What sets Southern grits casserole apart from other grits dishes is the addition of eggs and cheese, which...

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Ingredients

  • 6 cups water
  • 2 cups uncooked grits
  • 3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
  • ½ cup butter, cut into pieces, divided
  • 1 pound ground pork sausage
  • 12 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • salt and pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 16

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a large baking dish.
  • Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan; stir in grits. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until liquid has been absorbed, about 5 minutes. Mix in 2 cups Cheddar cheese and 1/2 of the butter until melted.
  • Cook sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and add to grits mixture.
  • Whisk eggs and milk together in a bowl. Pour into the skillet used to cook the sausage. Lightly scramble eggs over medium-low heat, then mix into grits mixture.
  • Pour grits mixture into the prepared baking dish. Dot with remaining butter, sprinkle with remaining 1 cup Cheddar, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    403 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 202mg
    • Sodium: 459mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 225mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 174mg