CORN AND GRITS CASSEROLE

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I found this in Womens' Day magazine and being the cheese grits fan that I am, had to try it. It's a keeper!

Provided by KathyP53

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups whole milk
1 cup quick-cooking grits
1 (15 1/4 ounce) can corn, drained
1 1/4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
6 scallions, chopped
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Lightly coat a shallow 2 quart baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • Bring milk to a gentle boil in a 3 quart saucepan; slowly whisk in grits. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring often, 5-7 minutes until thickened.
  • Remove from heat; stir in corn, 1 cup cheese, scallions, egg, salt, thyme, and pepper. Pour into prepared dish.
  • Bake, uncovered, 15 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bake 15 minutes more until set.
  • Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.3, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 57.2, Sodium 323.8, Carbohydrate 35.8, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 8.7, Protein 12.8

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