savory ham-and-swiss breakfast pie

Ingredients For savory ham-and-swiss breakfast pie

• 1 2/3 c

  water
• 1 c

  whipping cream
• 2 clove

  garlic, pressed
• 2 Tbsp

  butter or margarine
• 1 tsp

  salt
• 1/4 tsp

  pepper
• 2/3 c

  uncooked quick-cooking grits
• 1 1/4 c

  (5oz.) shredded swiss cheese, divided
• 8

  eggs, divided
• 1/2 lb

  cooked ham, diced
• 4

  green onions, chopped
• 1/2 c

  milk
• garnish; fresh chives