FOUR-CHEESE GARLIC GRITS

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My grandmother used to prepare grits for my grandfather, who was from the South. I adapted her recipe to make use of ingredients that are available in supermarkets today. -Robin Baskette, Lexington, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 16 servings (1/2 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 large garlic clove, minced
2 cups quick-cooking grits
2 large eggs, beaten
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup cubed process cheese (Velveeta)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, 2 tablespoons butter, Parmesan cheese and garlic., In a 6-qt. stockpot, prepare grits according to package directions. Reduce heat to low; add remaining butter. Fold in cream cheese mixture; stir in eggs. Stir in 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, Velveeta cheese and seasonings until cheeses are melted., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, 25 minutes or until set. Sprinkle with remaining cheese; bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

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