Who knew that grits could change your life?

I'm completely obsessed with the 

Southern Living Cheddar Cheese Grits Casserole recipe.

A lady in my Bible study made it for a pot lock recently

and I haven't been able to stop thinking about it.

If you see me in real life

and I have a far away look in my eye

it's because I'm dreaming of this casserole.

 

I just had to share the recipe with y'all.

It's just about the yummiest thing

I've had in a long while.

Southern Living Cheddar Cheese Grits Casserole

Ingredients

• 4 cups milk
• 1/4 cup butter 
• 1 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten 
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 
• Garnish: parsley sprigs

Preparation

1. Bring milk just to a boil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat; gradually whisk in butter and grits. Reduce heat, and simmer, whisking constantly, 5 to 7 minutes or until grits are done. Remove from heat.
2. Stir in egg and next 3 ingredients. Pour into a lightly greased 11- x 7-inch baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with grated Parmesan cheese.
3. Bake, covered, at 350° for 35 to 40 minutes or until mixture is set. Serve immediately. Garnish, if desired.

Southern Living
NOVEMBER 2005