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grits breakfast bake

(5 ratings)
Blue Ribbon Recipe by
Julia Carpenter
Texarkana, TX

I try to cook breakfast for my husband's bank every week or two. This is their favorite!

Blue Ribbon Recipe

What a wonderfully flavorful and hearty breakfast dish! The smoked sausage is a delight, so don't skimp, ya hear? Also, I can imagine this being just as divine with any number of cheese combinations. Grab your favorite varieties and get creative!

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew
(5 ratings)
yield 6 -8
prep time 20 Min
cook time 50 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For grits breakfast bake

  • 2 1/2 c
    water
  • 3/4 c
    quick grits
  • 1 lb
    eckridge skinless smoked sausage
  • 1 1/2 c
    cheddar cheese, shredded (sharp)
  • 6
    eggs beaten
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    pepper
  • 1-2
    sliced tomatoes
  • 2 Tbsp
    chopped parsley
  • 1 tsp
    dry mustard
  • 1 can
    evaporated milk 12 oz

How To Make grits breakfast bake

  • 1
    Heat oven to 325. Grease a 9X13 dish. Bring water to a boil; add 1 tsp salt slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat and simmer 4-5 minutes until thickened stirring frequently.
  • 2
    Stir in chopped smoked sausage and half of sharp cheese. Spoon into dish and sprinkle with remaining cheese. Combine eggs, milk and spices. Pour over grits mixture and bake for 50 minutes or until knife inserted 1 1/2 inches from side comes out clean. Let stand 10-15 minutes. Garnish with tomato and parsley.
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