Description
This Southern Grits Casserole is a comforting and savory dish perfect for breakfast or brunch. Creamy stone-ground grits are mixed with cheddar cheese, sausage, and eggs, then baked to golden perfection. Serve this flavorful casserole with a garnish of fresh parsley for a delightful Southern treat.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Grits:
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup whole milk
For the Casserole:
- 4 large eggs (lightly beaten)
- 1/2 pound breakfast sausage (cooked and crumbled)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Cook grits: Boil water with salt, whisk in grits, simmer until creamy. Stir in butter, cheese, and milk.
- Prepare casserole: Beat eggs, mix into grits with sausage, pepper, and garlic powder. Pour mixture into baking dish.
- Bake: Bake for 40–45 minutes until set. Rest before serving. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- You can substitute bacon or ham for the sausage.
- Add chopped jalapeños for a spicy version.
- This casserole reheats well and can be made ahead.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
