Baked Grits With Ham Wild Mushrooms And Parmesan


This is a recipe that i got from bon appetit. I just could not believe how good this was! I've always been a fan of grits, but this recipe has just taken them to a whole new level.

Steps


Preheat oven to 325f.
Butter 8x8x2-inch glass baking dish.
Bring 4 3 / 4 cups water and salt to boil in heavy medium pot.
Add corn grits to boiling water in thin steady stream , stirring constantly.
Reduce temperature and simmer grits until thick , stirring frequently , about 20 minutes.
Pour cooked grits into large mixing bowl.
Whisk in 1 / 4 cup grated parmesan cheese , grated cheddar cheese and 2 tablespoons butter.
Season grits to taste with pepper.
Whisk in egg.
Transfer to prepared baking dish.
Place dish in large roasting pan.
Fill roasting pan with enough hot water to come halfway up sides of baking dish.
Bake until grits are firm to touch , about 45 minutes.
Meanwhile , melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add assorted mushrooms , ham and minced shallot and saut until mushrooms are tender , about 4 minutes.
Add white wine and cook until almost all liquid is absorbed , about 3 minutes.
Add whipping cream and cook un.

Ingredients


water, salt, grits, parmesan cheese, white cheddar cheese, butter, egg, wild mushrooms, country ham, shallots, dry white wine, whipping cream, fresh thyme