MEXICAN CHEESE GRITS CASSEROLE

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Grits are a staple in the south. We eat them any meal, any time. This recipe is a good way to start eating grits if you have never tried them. It has cheese, onions, green chilies, and eggs in the casserole to enhance the flavor and texture of the grits. Hope you will give grits a try!

Provided by Judy Martin

Categories     Breakfast Casseroles

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 c quick grits (cooks in 5 min.) uncooked
8 oz velveeta cheese
1/2 c milk
2 large eggs
1 small onion, chopped
2 clove garlic, pressed
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 small can green chilies, chopped
12 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 tsp ground red pepper
2 Tbsp butter

Steps:

  • 1. Cook grits according to package directions.
  • 2. Stir in Velveeta cheese until melted.
  • 3. Stir together the milk and the eggs. Beat, then stir into grits.
  • 4. Melt 2 Tbsp. in large skillet. Add onion, bell pepper, garlic, and chili peppers. Saute until onion is tender.
  • 5. Stir onion mixture and 1 cup grated cheddar and red pepper into grits. Pour into a buttered 9X13" baking dish. Cover with foil.
  • 6. Bake 350 degrees for 30 min. Then sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese and bake uncovered another 5-10 min. until bubbly and cheese is melted.

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