cheesy bacon and hominy casserole

How To Make cheesy bacon and hominy casserole

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  Step 1
  Drain and rinse hominy; set aside.
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  Step 2
  Cook bacon and crumble; set aside.
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  Step 3
  Peel and slice shallots. Peel and mince garlic.
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  Step 4
  In a medium saucepan melt butter over medium-high heat. Add the sliced shallots, minced garlic, salt and pepper and cook for 2 or 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in the flour and blend well.
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  Step 5
  Add the half-and-half or milk gradually, and stir constantly until mixture begins to thicken, about 5 minutes.
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  Step 6
  Blend in 1 cup of the cheese and stir until melted.
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  Step 7
  Add the hominy and mix thoroughly. Place the mixture into a lightly buttered 2-qt. baking dish. Bake, covered, in a preheated 350-degree oven for 30 minutes.
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  Step 8
  Remove cover and sprinkle on the crumbled bacon, followed by 1/2 cup cheese.
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  Step 9
  Continue baking, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve immediately.
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