Baked Santa Fe Grits

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This recipe comes from quaker oats and it's great to serve for brunch or even with barbequed chicken, ribs or steak. i don't like grits but i love this dish!!

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Steps

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Heat oven to 325 degrees.

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Spray 6 medium muffin cups or custard cups with non-stick cooking spray.

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If desired place 2 strips of pimento in bottom of each to form an x.

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Bring water to a boil , slowly stir in grits and salt.

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Reduce heat.

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Simmer 4 to 5 minutes or until thick , stirring frequently.

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Remove from heat.

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Stir in remaining ingredients , mixing well.

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Spoon into prepared cups filling to top.

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Cover with foil.

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Place cups in shallow pan of hot water.

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Bake 30 to 35 minutes until set.

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Let stand 5 to 10 minutes , unmold unto serving platter.

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Ingredients

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water, quick-cooking grits, salt, monterey jack cheese, green chilies, eggs, pimento pepper