CHEESY GRITS & SMOKED SAUSAGE CASSEROLE

Cheesy Grits & Smoked Sausage Casserole image

Provided by Cassie *

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 - 4 1/2 c water
1 c quick cooking white hominy grits
1/2 tsp salt
2 - 3 Tbsp butter
1 c shredded, sharp cheddar cheese
1 c shredded, monterey jack cheese
3 beaten eggs
1/2 c milk
1 tsp oil
4 - 5 links, beddar cheddar smoked sausage ( cut lengthwise then cut into bite sized pieces) or your favorite sausage
can add some onion with the sausage - i didn't this time , gives great flavor
1 clove minced garlic is great also, to cook in with the sausage

Steps:

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degree F. Spray a 3 quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray or grease. Set aside. Saute the sausage in 1 tsp oil just till it starts to get some caramelization as it's already cooked. If using raw sausage cook until no longer pink, and starting to brown. Drain if needed.
2. In a large saucepan, bring the 4 cups water to a boil. Stir in the grits and salt, reduce heat to medium. Cook for 2 1/2 - 5 minutes; stirring frequently, until nice and creamy.
3. Stir in the cheddar cheese and butter until cheese is melted.
4. Now, stir in the beaten eggs, milk and sausage. Pour into prepared baking dish.
5. Sprinkle evenly with Monterey Jack cheese. Place in oven and bake for 25 - 30 minutes or until set and cheese is turning golden.
6. Enjoy!