Best Garlic Cheese Grits Casserole Recipes

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GARLIC CHEESE GRITS CASSEROLE



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Great recipe for traditional southern cheese grits! If you double the recipe, use a 9x13 baking dish. (from a Miss Mary Bobo's Boarding House recipe)

Provided by Cherie Hammond

Categories     Side Casseroles

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 c water
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 c quick cooking grits
2 Tbsp butter
1 1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese, divided
4 eggs, beaten
1/2 c milk

Steps:

  • 1. In a large saucepan bring the water to a boil. Add the garlic powder, salt and pepper. Gradually stir in the grits. Lower the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
  • 2. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the butter and 1 cup of cheese until melted.
  • 3. In a small bowl mix the eggs with the milk. Stir the mixture into the grits. Pour the grits into a greased 2-quart casserole dish.
  • 4. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.

GARLIC CHEESE GRITS CASSEROLE



GARLIC CHEESE GRITS CASSEROLE image

This recipe has been a family favorite for 50 years. Even the smallest children love it. People who say they don't like grits always change their minds when they take a bite of this casserole!

Provided by Teresa G. @sokygal

Categories     Side Casseroles

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup(s) crushed cornflakes (for topping)
1 1/2 tablespoon(s) salted butter, melted (for topping)
2 1/4 cup(s) water
1 teaspoon(s) salt
1/2 cup(s) quick cooking grits (not instant)
1 - 10 oz. roll of garlic cheese, room temperature (see *note)
4 tablespoon(s) salted butter, room temperature
1 large egg, lightly beaten in a liquid measuring cup
1/3 cup(s) milk (approximately), added to egg to make 1/2 cup total

Steps:

  • Lightly butter a 2 quart casserole and set aside, then, in a medium bowl, pour melted butter over cornflake crumbs and toss to coat. Set aside.
  • Place oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • In a 2 or 3 qt. saucepan, add water and salt and bring to a boil.
  • Stirring constantly, slowly add grits, lower heat to medium low and continue stirring for 7 to 8 minutes (grits will be very thick.)
  • Remove from heat and stir in garlic cheese and butter, until completely melted.
  • Add egg and milk mixture and mix well, until thoroughly combined.
  • Pour into prepared dish.
  • Sprinkle top with buttered cornflake crumbs.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for approximately 1 hour.
  • Remove from oven and let rest (very important) for at least 15-20 minutes before serving.
  • Cover and refrigerate leftovers.
  • *NOTE: You may use this substitute recipe for garlic cheese, just be sure to make it ahead of time. GARLIC CHEESE Serves: Makes 4- 10 oz. portions (4 rolls) Prep Time: 35 Min Ingredients: 3 oz cream cheese, room temperature 1 Tbsp garlic powder 1 tsp seasoned salt 1 lb american cheese loaf (velveeta), shredded 1 1/2 lb sharp cheddar cheese, shredded Directions: 1 In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat cream cheese, garlic powder and seasoned salt until fluffy. 2 Add American cheese and mix well. 3 Add cheddar cheese and mix thoroughly, frequently scraping down sides of bowl and scraping up from the bottom. (This takes several minutes to become thoroughly incorporated.) 4 Divide garlic cheese into four equal portions, wrap well, then refrigerate or freeze. 5 SUGGESTION TO DIVIDE AND STORE: Put cheese into a gallon size zipper bag. Lay on flat surface, press to remove as much air as possible and zip bag closed. Using a rolling pin, roll and flatten until smooth, even and pressed into each corner of bag. Using a sharp chef's knife, cut bag in half, then cut each in half again to make four equal portions. Place each in a quart size zipper bag and freeze or refrigerate. 6 To use frozen portion, remove from freezer ahead of time and allow to come to room temperature before adding to a recipe.

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