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grits breakfast bake

(5 ratings)
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Blue Ribbon Recipe by
Julia Carpenter
@juliac
Texarkana, TX

I try to cook breakfast for my husband's bank every week or two. This is their favorite!

Blue Ribbon Recipe

This grits breakfast bake is a hearty breakfast casserole. It has thick and creamy grits on the bottom and is packed with smoky sausage. Then, it's topped with a layer of fluffy eggs and cheddar cheese. We imagine this being just as divine with any number of cheese combinations. A delicious breakfast option for a weekend or holiday breakfast.

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew
(5 ratings)
yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method Bake

Ingredients For grits breakfast bake

  • 2 1/2 c
    water
  • 3/4 c
    quick grits
  • 1 lb
    skinless smoked sausage
  • 1 1/2 c
    shredded sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 6 lg
    eggs
  • 1 can
    evaporated milk (12 oz)
  • 1 tsp
    dry mustard
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    pepper
  • 1 - 2 md
    tomatoes, sliced
  • 2 Tbsp
    chopped parsley

How To Make grits breakfast bake

  • Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
    1
    Heat oven to 325 degrees F. Grease a 9X13 dish.
  • Add grits and salt to boiling water.
    2
    Bring water to a boil. Add 1 tsp salt and slowly stir in grits.
  • Simmer the grits.
    3
    Reduce heat. Simmer for 4-5 minutes until thickened stirring frequently.
  • Stir in cheese and sausage.
    4
    Stir in chopped smoked sausage and half of the sharp cheese.
  • Add to a baking dish and top with cheese.
    5
    Spoon into the dish and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
  • Scramble eggs, evaporated milk, and spices.
    6
    Scramble eggs, evaporated milk, and spices.
  • Pour over the grits mixture and bake.
    7
    Pour over the grits mixture. Bake for 50 - 60 minutes or until a knife inserted 1 1/2 inches from the side comes out clean.
  • Top with parsley and sliced tomato.
    8
    Let stand for 10-15 minutes. Garnish with tomato and parsley.
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