CHEESY BAKED GRITS
I had this at a party at a colleague's house. I've loved cheese grits for years, but these are by far the best I've ever had.
Provided by ABBYLADYBUG
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes Polenta Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
- Bring the milk to a boil in a pot over medium heat. Melt 1/2 cup butter in the boiling milk. Gradually mix in the grits, and cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, and season with salt and pepper. Beat with a whisk or electric mixer until smooth. Mix in the Cheddar cheese and 1/3 cup butter. Transfer to the prepared baking dish, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, until firm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 56.1 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 453.2 mg, Sugar 4 g
PAULA DEEN'S BAKED GARLIC CHEESE GRITS
Make and share this Paula Deen's Baked Garlic Cheese Grits recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Juenessa
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 1h
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Grease a 4-quart casserole dish.
- Bring the broth, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to a boil in a 2-quart saucepan.
- Stir in the grits and whisk until completely combined.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the grits are thick, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Add the cubed Cheddar and milk and stir. Gradually stir in the eggs and butter, stirring until all are combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
- Sprinkle with the white Cheddar and bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until set.
BAKED CHEESE GRITS
Get golden brown grits with the addition of pepper jack and sharp Cheddar.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a deep casserole dish.
- Bring the chicken broth, milk, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and cayenne to a boil in a medium saucepan. Slowly whisk in the grits and lower the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until thick, about 30 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the Cheddar and pepper-jack cheeses and butter until melted and smooth; cool slightly. Stir in the eggs and transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish. Smooth the top of the grits and then bake until just set and lightly brown, about 1 hour. Let rest for at least 5 minutes. Scatter with the scallions, if using, and cut into squares.
BAKED CHEESE GRITS
The grits mixture will almost fill the entire baking dish and will puff up when baking, but don't worry - it won't overflow. Also, switching sides, these grits can take the place of mashed potatoes anytime.
Provided by Emeril Lagasse
Categories Milk/Cream Egg Side Bake Vegetarian Quick & Easy Cheddar Gourmet Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F.
- Bring water and 3/4 teaspoon salt to a boil in a 4-quart heavy pot.
- Add grits in a slow stream, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and gently simmer, stirring frequently to avoid sticking, until very thick, about 30 minutes. (Use a long-handled spoon to avoid bubbling and popping hot grits.)
- Add butter, remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, pepper, garlic, and cheese, stirring until butter and cheese are melted. Lightly beat eggs and milk in a small bowl, then stir into grits until combined.
- Pour into an ungreased 8-inch square baking dish (2 inches deep) and bake until set and lightly browned, about 1 hour. Serve immediately.
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BAKED TWO-CHEESE & BACON GRITS
In the South, everyone loves three things: bacon, cheese and grits! After playing around with this recipe, I took it to my first family party as a newlywed, and it was a huge hit. This recipe has become a family tradition that I'm sure will be passed down for generations. -Melissa Rogers, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Breakfast Brunch Side Dishes
Time 1h5m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove pan from heat. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels., Add water, stock, garlic powder and pepper to bacon drippings; bring to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, covered, 5-7 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat., Add Velveeta and butter; stir until melted. Stir in milk. Slowly stir in eggs until blended. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with bacon and shredded cheese. Bake, uncovered, 40-45 minutes or until edges are golden brown and cheese is melted. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Freeze option: Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove casserole from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake grits as directed, increasing time to 50-60 minutes or until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Fat 34g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 143mg cholesterol, Sodium 840mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
BAKED CHEESE GRITS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 2-quart casserole with 2 tablespoons of butter.
- Combine remaining 1/4 cup butter, water, and salt in a heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. When mixture comes to a simmer, add the grits, stirring until thoroughly combined. Continue to cook the grits at a simmer, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile whisk together egg, cream and pepper. Stir into cooked grits along with cheese. Pour mixture into prepared casserole. Bake until set, about 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and let stand about 5 minutes before serving.
SHRIMP COGNAC AND BAKED CHEESE GRITS
If you love shrimp and grits you will thoroughly enjoy this new take on a Crescent City Classic used at the storied Commander's Place Restaurant in New Orleans.
Provided by Natasha
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes Grits
Time 2h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Bring the water and 3/4 teaspoon of salt to a boil in a large pot. Whisk in the grits and return to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring frequently until the grits are tender and very thick, about 30 minutes. Remove from the heat, and stir in 1 3/4 teaspoons of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper, 1/2 cup butter, 2 tablespoons garlic, and the Cheddar cheese until the cheese has melted. Beat the eggs in a bowl with the milk until smooth, then stir into the grits until evenly combined. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the grits are hot in the center, and the top is golden brown, about 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, melt the clarified butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in 2 tablespoons of garlic, and cook until golden, about 2 minutes. Add the leeks, and cook 1 minute more. Stir in the morel mushrooms, oyster mushrooms, chanterelle mushrooms, tomatoes, and Creole seasoning; cook and stir until the mushrooms begin to release their liquid, about 3 minutes. Pour in the cognac and simmer 2 minutes before pouring in the shrimp stock and veal stock. Return to a simmer, and cook until the liquid has reduced by half. Stir in the shrimp, thyme, and 3 tablespoons of butter. Cook and stir over low heat until the shrimp is no longer translucent, about 4 minutes; season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Serve the shrimp and mushroom sauce alongside the baked grits.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.9 g, Cholesterol 164.5 mg, Fat 24.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 845.9 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
BAKED CHEESE GRITS
Categories Milk/Cream Egg Breakfast Brunch Side Bake Quick & Easy Cheddar Monterey Jack Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 8x8x2-inch glass baking dish. Bring 4 cups water, butter, and salt to boil in heavy medium saucepan. Gradually whisk in grits. Reduce heat to medium; cook until mixture thickens slightly, stirring often, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat. Add both cheeses; stir until melted. Season with pepper and more salt, if desired. Whisk milk and eggs in small bowl. Gradually whisk mixture into grits.
- Pour cheese grits into prepared dish. Bake until grits feel firm to touch in center (grits will still be soft), about 1 hour. Let stand 10 minutes and serve.
BAKED POLENTA OR GRITS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Whisk cornmeal into water, and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Add corn, pepper, cheese, butter, and salt. Butter a 7 by 7-inch flameproof baking dish. Pour polenta into baking dish and bake 45 minutes. Turn on broiler and broil until bubbly, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Copyright (c) 2004 Television Food Network, G.P., All Rights Reserved.
BAKED GRITS AND COLLARDS CASSEROLE
Provided by Damaris Phillips
Categories side-dish
Time 7h20m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Add the grits, vegetable stock, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper to a 12-cup slow cooker. Cover and cook on low until tender, 5 to 6 hours. Now that the grits are done you can build the bake!
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Heat the coconut oil in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the shallots and saute until tender, about 2 minutes. Add the collards and the garlic, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Saute to remove excess water, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Add the heavy cream, collards, ricotta and half of the Gouda to the cooked grits, stirring to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Stir in the eggs and pour it all back into the skillet. Top with the remaining Gouda and bake until the center is just set and the top is golden brown, 35 to 45 minutes. Serve hot or warm.
OVEN-BAKED SHRIMP & GRITS
On chilly days, I doctor up grits and top them with shrimp for a comfy meal. If you're not a seafood lover, use chicken, ham or both. -Jerri Gradert, Lincoln, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a 13x9-in. or 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, combine broth and grits. Bake, uncovered, until liquid is absorbed and grits are tender, 30-35 minutes., Stir in tomatoes, Monterey Jack cheese and 1/2 cup cheddar cheese. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle with pepper and remaining cheese; let stand 5 minutes., In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute green pepper and onion until tender, 6-8 minutes. Add shrimp and garlic; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes. Spoon over grits.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 1199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
VELVEETA® CHEESY BAKED GRITS
These creamy grits are baked with lots of cheese--a great addition to a hearty breakfast or brunch buffet.
Provided by VELVEETA Cheese
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips VELVEETA Cheese
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Bring water to boil in medium saucepan on medium-high heat. Gradually stir in grits; cook on low heat 5 min., stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Add butter, garlic powder and pepper; stir until butter is completely melted and mixture is well blended.
- Beat eggs in small bowl until blended. Add small amount of hot grits; mix well. Gradually add to remaining grits mixture in pan, stirring constantly until blended.
- Pour into 8-inch square baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; top with VELVEETA.
- Bake 40 min. Let stand 10 min. before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Cholesterol 76.8 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 466.7 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
SAUSAGE AND GRITS CASSEROLE WITH BAKED EGGS
Our sausage and grits casserole is chock full of southern charm and flavor. Make with or without eggs and substitute different cheeses to tailor to your own tastes.
Provided by Stacey Little
Categories Breakfast
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray.
- In 10-inch skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until cooked through and no longer pink. Drain well.
- In 3-quart saucepan, heat water to boiling over medium-high heat. Stir in salt. Stir in grits with whisk, stirring to ensure lumps have been removed. Reduce heat to simmer. Cover; cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add Cheddar cheese, cream cheese and pepper to grits. Stir until cheeses have melted. Stir in crumbled drained sausage; mix well. Pour into baking dish.
- Bake 15 minutes. Remove from oven, and carefully make 6 indentions in grits using back of large ladle or spoon. Crack 1 egg into each indention. Sprinkle eggs with salt and pepper.
- Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until whites and yolks are firmly set. Garnish with chives.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
BAKED GRITS WITH HAM, WILD MUSHROOMS AND PARMESAN
Categories Cheese Mushroom Side Bake Dinner Parmesan Ham Fall Hominy/Cornmeal/Masa Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Butter 8x8x2-inch glass baking dish. Bring 43/4 cups water and salt to boil in heavy medium pot. Add corn grits to boiling water in thin steady stream, stirring constantly. Reduce temperature and simmer grits until thick, stirring frequently, about 20 minutes. Pour cooked grits into large mixing bowl. Whisk in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, grated cheddar cheese and 2 tablespoons butter. Season grits to taste with pepper. Whisk in egg. Transfer to prepared baking dish. Place dish in large roasting pan. Fill roasting pan with enough hot water to come halfway up sides of baking dish. Bake until grits are firm to touch, about 45 minutes.
- Meanwhile, melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add assorted mushrooms, ham and minced shallot and sauté until mushrooms are tender, about 4 minutes. Add white wine and cook until almost all liquid is absorbed, about 3 minutes. Add whipping cream and cook until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Stir in fresh thyme. Season mixture to taste with salt and pepper.
- Spoon baked corn grits onto plates. Top with mushroom and ham mixture. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
BAKED SOUTHERN GRITS
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add grits; cook and stir over medium heat for 5 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat., In a small bowl, whisk egg whites and eggs. Stir a small amount of hot grits into eggs; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Stir in the cheese, milk, jalapenos, garlic salt, pepper and half of the onions., Transfer to a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Sprinkle with remaining onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 300mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
EASY CHEESE JALAPENO BAKED POLENTA (GRITS)
I don't care for grits, but I love polenta! Who knew they were the same thing? This recipe is made of wholesome ingredients and is so easy. The jalapenos, if properly seeded, add a lot of flavor without added heat. Serve this alongside your tex-mex dishes in place of rice or potatoes.
Provided by MommyMakes
Categories Breakfast
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Whisk cornmeal into water, cook until cornmeal comes together and is creamy 5-10 minutes.
- Meanwhile prepare peppers, and grate cheese.
- Add corn, pepper, cheese, butter, and salt. Butter a small-medium baking dish.
- Pour polenta into baking dish and bake 30-45 minutes. Turn on broiler and broil until bubbly, 2 to 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.8, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 34.1, Sodium 610.5, Carbohydrate 28.1, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 1.1, Protein 8.5
SUNNY'S CAJUN BAKED SHRIMP AND GRITS
Provided by Sunny Anderson
Categories main-dish
Time 50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For the compound butter and shrimp. In a medium bowl, add the butter, seafood seasoning, scallions, garlic and lemon zest and mash together until combined. Scrape the mixture into plastic wrap and make into a log, or cover it in the bowl. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Divide the shrimp into 2 foil packets, top each with 2 thick slices of the compound butter, fold up and bake for 8 to 10 minutes.
- For the grits. In a large pot on medium-high heat, add the heavy cream, a pinch of salt, a few grinds of black pepper and 2 cups water. Bring to a gentle boil, then add the grits and cook, stirring, until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the cheese.
- Serve the grits in a bowl topped with a tablespoon or so of the compound butter and the shrimp. Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing.
BAKED GARLIC CHEESE GRITS
My very favorite comfort food! Discovered this several years ago on the back of the grits box and I knew I would love it. Nobody eats it except me, so I either pig out or have many leftovers.
Provided by Ellen Bales
Categories Side Casseroles
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Bring water and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan. Gradually add grits, stirring constantly. Cover and simmer 8 minutes or until thick, stirring frequently.
- 2. Remove pan from heat. Add the butter and 6 oz. of the cheese, stirring until cheese melts. Combine milk, garlic and eggs, stirring with a whisk. Stir milk mixture into grits mixture. Pour into a greased or sprayed 2-qt. casserole dish.
- 3. Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven, covered, for 45-50 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle remaining cheese on top; bake an additional 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and golden brown.
CREAMY BAKED GRITS WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES
Categories Milk/Cream Tomato Side Bake Goat Cheese Cornmeal Fall Simmer Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 6 side-dish servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Generously butter 8x8x2-inch glass baking dish. Bring broth, 2 tablespoons butter, and garlic to boil in heavy medium saucepan. Gradually whisk in grits and return mixture to boil, whisking occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until grits are thick and almost all broth is absorbed, whisking frequently, about 8 minutes. Whisk in 1/2 cup cream and simmer 5 minutes, whisking occasionally. Whisk in remaining 1/4 cup cream and simmer until very thick, stirring often, about 5 minutes longer. Stir in tomatoes and thyme. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour into prepared dish. Sprinkle goat cheese over. Bake until cheese softens, about 15 minutes. Garnish with chives, if desired, and serve immediately.
BAKED VELVEETA CHEESE GRITS
The complete casserole may be prepared and chilled for up to 8 hours, let stand at room temperature for about 25-30 minutes, then bake as directed.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Cheese
Time 50m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Set oven to 350 degrees.
- Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
- Bring water to a boil in a saucepan; add in the grits, cook stirring often for about 5 minutes or until thickened, remove from heat.
- Add in the cubed Velveeta cheese and butter; stir to combine until the cheese and butter has melted.
- Add in eggs; mix until combined.
- Season with salt, pepper and cayenne.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top (as much as desired).
- Bake for about 40 minutes or until lightly browned.
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