Best Baked Southern Grits Recipes

BAKED SOUTHERN GRITS

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Karen Mau of Jacksboro, Tennessee turns a southern favorite into a tasty low-fat dish. Jalepeno peppers add a welcome kick while reduced-fat cheese creates a rich texture.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Breakfast Brunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 cups water
1 cup quick-cooking grits
4 large egg whites
2 large eggs
1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/2 cup fat-free milk
1 to 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
4 green onions, chopped, divided

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

BAKED SOUTHERN CHEESY GRITS

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Great side dish to replace potatoes or serve at brunch or breakfast. Can't get much Southern in my opinion.

Provided by Southern Lady

Categories Breakfast

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 tablespoons butter (or margarine)
1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (or medium cheddar)
1/2 cup half-and-half cream (or evaporated milk)
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1/4 cup onion, FINELY chopped
4 -5 dashes Tabasco sauce (or red pepper sauce)
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies (optional)
2 eggs, well beaten

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Butter or oil spray a 1-1/4 quart baking dish.
Prepare quick or instant grits to yield 4 cups cooked grits.
Remove pan from heat. Add salt,pepper, butter, cheese and milk and stir until cheese and butter have melted.
Add garlic, onion, hot sauce and optional green chilies and stir until mixed.
Fold in beaten eggs.
Pour into baking dish and bake 40-45 mins or until top has set and lightly puffed.
Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.9, Fat 21, SaturatedFat 12.8, Cholesterol 128, Sodium 844.6, Carbohydrate 2.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.6, Protein 9.9