Country Grits and Sausage Casserole |
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Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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To punch up flavor, use one pound of mild sausage and one pound of hot sausage in this grits and sausage casserole. If you're really brave, use hot sausage exclusively! Ingredients:
2 pounds mild ground pork sausage |
4 cups water |
1 1/4 cups quick-cooking grits, uncooked |
4 cups (1 pound) shredded sharp cheddar cheese |
1 cup milk |
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme |
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder |
4 large eggs, lightly beaten |
paprika |
garnish: fresh parsley sprigs |
Directions:
1. Brown sausage in a large skillet, stirring until it crumbles. Drain well, and set aside.
2. Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan, and stir in grits. Return to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; add cheese and next 3 ingredients, stirring until cheese melts. Stir in sausage and eggs.
3. Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 13 x 9 x 2 baking dish; sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour or until golden and heated. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Garnish, if desired.
4. Make-Ahead: Prepare grits mixture as directed above, but do not bake. Cover and chill overnight. Remove from refrigerator; let stand, covered 30 minutes. Uncover and bake as directed.
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