Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound sausage
- 1 cup grits
- 4 cups water or chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bring the water or broth to a boil in a large pot, then stir in the grits and cook according to package instructions until thickened.
- Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain the excess fat.
- Combine the cooked grits, sausage, cheese, eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder in a mixing bowl. Mix everything well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until set and golden on top.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Serve hot with fresh fruit, salad, or toast. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Regular
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg