Cheese Grits Casserole

Cheesy grits with a cheerful bright yellow color and rich flavor will make the perfect side dish for your holiday meal.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 50 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
• Calories: 263 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup quick-cooking grits
• 1 (8 ounce) package processed cheese (such as Velveeta®), cubed
• 0.25 cup butter
• 0.125 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2.25 cups water
• 2.25 cups whole milk
• 0.5 pound sharp Cheddar cheese, cubed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9x12-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Bring milk, water, and salt to a boil in a large saucepan; gradually sprinkle grits into the boiling liquid, stirring to combine. Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Bake in the preheated oven until the top is lightly golden brown and the grits are set, about 45 minutes.

Step 4

Stir processed cheese, sharp Cheddar cheese, butter, and garlic powder into grits, stirring until cheese has melted.

Step 5

Let the mixture stand until cooled, about 15 minutes. Stir beaten eggs into grits; transfer to prepared baking dish.