Southern Grits Casserole Recipe That Will Blow Your Mind!

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while maintaining flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and is dairy-free.

cooked sausage

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Turkey sausage is leaner and healthier.

cooked bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: ham

Turkey bacon is lower in fat.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Cook grits according to package instructions until thickened.

Stir in butter and cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.

In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.

Combine the grits mixture with the egg mixture until well blended.

Fold in cooked sausage, cooked bacon, and chopped green onions.

Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.

Sprinkle paprika over the top for added flavor.

Bake for 30-35 minutes until set and golden on top.

Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens