Cheese Grits Casserole

Heat oven till 350f.

Grease a 2-quarts casserole.

In large saucepan , combine water and salt.

Bring in a boil.

Gradually stir in grits.

Reduce heat to low.

Cover and cook 5 minutes , stirring occasionally.

Remove from heat.

Add 1 cup of the cheese and the butter.

Stir until melted.

Add milk , eggs and pepper , mixed well.

Pour mixture into grease casserole.

Sprinkle with remaining cup cheese bake at 350f for 1 hour until golden brown.

Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Variation: garlic cheese grits casserole: prepare casserole as directed above , except stir in tsp garlic powder with pepper.

Sausage grits casserole: prepare casserole as directed above , except stir in 1 lb.

Drained , cooked sausage with milk.

Jalapeno cheese grits casserole: stir in 6 oz.

Mexican pastuerized prepared cheese product with jalapeno peppers , cubed , with cheddar cheese.

water, salt, grits, sharp cheddar cheese, butter, milk, eggs, ground red pepper