cheesy grits & smoked sausage casserole

Name: Cheesy Grits & Smoked Sausage Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 4 - 4 1/2 cup(s) water; 1 cup(s) quick cooking white hominy grits; 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt; 2 - 3 tablespoon(s) butter; 1 cup(s) shredded, sharp cheddar cheese; 1 cup(s) shredded, monterey jack cheese; 3 - beaten eggs; 1/2 cup(s) milk; 1 teaspoon(s) oil; 4 - 5 - links, beddar cheddar smoked sausage ( cut lengthwise then cut into bite sized pieces) or your favorite sausage; can - add some onion with the sausage - i didn't this time , gives great flavor; 1 clove(s) minced garlic is great also, to cook in with the sausage

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CJ *

Somewhere, PA

Updated on May 18, 2014

Being married to a Southerner...I had to learn how to make and use grits...he just loves this casserole...use any sausage you want...he likes when I use Beddar Cheddar smoked sausage...this is one delicious casserole...its not just for breakfast, we have this anytime... see, even us Northern girls can cook grits...Lol! I hope you enjoy this dish as much as my hubby does....

Rate

prep time 15 Min

cook time 35 Min

method Bake

yield 6 - 8

Ingredients

4 - 4 1/2 cups water
1 cup quick cooking white hominy grits
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 - 3 tablespoons butter
1 cup shredded, sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded, monterey jack cheese
3 - beaten eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon oil
4 - 5 - links, beddar cheddar smoked sausage ( cut lengthwise then cut into bite sized pieces) or your favorite sausage
can - add some onion with the sausage - i didn't this time , gives great flavor
1 clove minced garlic is great also, to cook in with the sausage

How To Make cheesy grits & smoked sausage casserole

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350 degree F. Spray a 3 quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray or grease. Set aside. Saute the sausage in 1 tsp oil just till it starts to get some caramelization as it's already cooked. If using raw sausage cook until no longer pink, and starting to brown. Drain if needed.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, bring the 4 cups water to a boil. Stir in the grits and salt, reduce heat to medium. Cook for 2 1/2 - 5 minutes; stirring frequently, until nice and creamy.
Step 3

Stir in the cheddar cheese and butter until cheese is melted.
Step 4

Now, stir in the beaten eggs, milk and sausage. Pour into prepared baking dish.
Step 5

Sprinkle evenly with Monterey Jack cheese. Place in oven and bake for 25 - 30 minutes or until set and cheese is turning golden.
Step 6

Enjoy!
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