Best 8 Baked Velveeta Cheese Grits Recipes

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Baked velveeta cheese grits is a classic Southern side dish that is perfect for any occasion. This cheesy, creamy casserole is made with just a few simple ingredients and can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you like your grits cheesy, spicy, or somewhere in between, this recipe is sure to please. So gather your ingredients and let's get started on making the best baked velveeta cheese grits you've ever tasted!

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CHEESY BAKED GRITS



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I had this at a party at a colleague's house. I've loved cheese grits for years, but these are by far the best I've ever had.

Provided by ABBYLADYBUG

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Polenta Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 quart milk
½ cup butter
1 cup uncooked grits
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon white pepper
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
⅓ cup butter
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
  • Bring the milk to a boil in a pot over medium heat. Melt 1/2 cup butter in the boiling milk. Gradually mix in the grits, and cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, and season with salt and pepper. Beat with a whisk or electric mixer until smooth. Mix in the Cheddar cheese and 1/3 cup butter. Transfer to the prepared baking dish, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 56.1 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 453.2 mg, Sugar 4 g

BAKED TWO-CHEESE & BACON GRITS



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In the South, everyone loves three things: bacon, cheese and grits! After playing around with this recipe, I took it to my first family party as a newlywed, and it was a huge hit. This recipe has become a family tradition that I'm sure will be passed down for generations. -Melissa Rogers, Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped
3 cups water
3 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups quick-cooking grits
12 ounces Velveeta, cubed (about 2-1/3 cups)
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup 2% milk
4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove pan from heat. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels., Add water, stock, garlic powder and pepper to bacon drippings; bring to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, covered, 5-7 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat., Add Velveeta and butter; stir until melted. Stir in milk. Slowly stir in eggs until blended. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with bacon and shredded cheese. Bake, uncovered, 40-45 minutes or until edges are golden brown and cheese is melted. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Freeze option: Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove casserole from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake grits as directed, increasing time to 50-60 minutes or until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Fat 34g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 143mg cholesterol, Sodium 840mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

OKLAHOMA CHEESE GRITS



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It's a great day when my mom serves up this Southern specialty! Cooked grits are combined with seasonings, cheese, and eggs, then baked. The eggs are the secret to light fluffy grits that melt in your mouth! You may adjust or eliminate the hot sauce to suit your taste.

Provided by SARA LEE

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Polenta Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups water
1 ½ cups quick-cooking grits, dry
¾ cup butter
1 pound processed cheese, cubed
2 teaspoons seasoning salt
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 teaspoons salt
3 eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Stir in grits, and reduce heat to low. Cover, and cook 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Mix in the butter, cheese, seasoning salt, Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce, and salt. Continue cooking for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted. Remove from heat, cool slightly, and fold in the eggs. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, or until the top is lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.1 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 107.3 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 1140.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

VELVEETA® EASY CREAMY GRITS RECIPE



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Add some Southern comfort to the table with our VELVEETA® Easy Creamy Grits Recipe. Our VELVEETA® Easy Creamy Grits Recipe is a great dish any time of day.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 qt. (4 cups) water
1 cup quick-cooking grits
2 Tbsp. butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 tsp. Cajun seasoning
2 eggs
1/2 lb. (8 oz.) VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Bring water to boil in medium saucepan on medium-high heat. Gradually stir in grits; cook on low heat 5 min., stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Add butter, garlic and seasoning; stir until butter is completely melted and mixture is well blended.
  • Beat eggs in small bowl until blended. Add small amount of hot grits; mix well. Gradually add to remaining grits in pan, stirring constantly until blended.
  • Pour into 8-inch square baking dish sprayed with cooking spray. Top with VELVEETA; press gently into grits with back of spoon until partially covered.
  • Bake 40 min. Let stand 10 min. before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 440 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0.5158 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 7 g

BAKED VELVEETA CHEESE GRITS



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The complete casserole may be prepared and chilled for up to 8 hours, let stand at room temperature for about 25-30 minutes, then bake as directed.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Cheese

Time 50m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 2/3 cups water
2/3 cup quick-cooking grits
4 tablespoons butter
2 large eggs, beaten
4 ounces Velveeta cheese (cut into small pieces, use half of an 8-ounce package)
salt and pepper
cayenne pepper
parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Bring water to a boil in a saucepan; add in the grits, cook stirring often for about 5 minutes or until thickened, remove from heat.
  • Add in the cubed Velveeta cheese and butter; stir to combine until the cheese and butter has melted.
  • Add in eggs; mix until combined.
  • Season with salt, pepper and cayenne.
  • Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top (as much as desired).
  • Bake for about 40 minutes or until lightly browned.

BAKED CHEESE GRITS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups milk
2 tablespoons melted butter
3 cups cooked grits
1 1/2 cups grated white Cheddar, plus 1/4 cup for top
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Pinch cayenne pepper
Salt and white pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Butter, or spray with cooking oil, a 1 quart oval gratin dish. Whisk eggs; add milk, melted butter and fold into grits with cheese and spices. Bake 40 minutes until browned.

DELICIOUS BAKED CHEESE GRITS



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This is a delicious side dish, I make this recipe quite often, and my family just loves it! (note: prep time includes the first cooking of the grits)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups yellow corn grits (not quick or instant grits)
1/2 cup butter
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic
2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
3 eggs
1 cup milk or 1 cup half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees Butter an 8-inch square baking pan Prepare the grits according to package directions Add in butter, salt, pepper, garlic and cheese Mix until the butter and cheese are melted In a small bowl, beat the eggs with the milk; add to the grits, mix well Transfer the mixture into a prepared baking dish Bake for 1 hour, or until the mixture sets Serve immediately.

BAKED CHEESE GRITS



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Discover a cheese grits recipe they won't soon forget! Our cheesy Baked Cheese Grits are a cinch to make and soon to be their favorite.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 qt. (4 cups) water
1 cup quick-cooking grits
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese, divided
1/4 lb. (4 oz.) VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 Tbsp. butter
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Bring water to boil in medium saucepan on medium-high heat. Gradually add grits, stirring constantly until blended. Cook on low heat 5 min., stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
  • Add 1/2 cup cheddar, VELVEETA, butter, garlic powder and red pepper; stir until cheeses are melted. Set aside. Beat eggs lightly in small bowl. Add small amount of hot grits mixture to eggs; mix well. Gradually add egg mixture to remaining hot grits mixture, stirring constantly until blended.
  • Pour into 8-inch square baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Bake 30 min.; sprinkle with remaining cheddar. Bake 10 min. Let stand 10 min. before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 320 mg, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 9 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the grits will taste. Use fresh milk, cheese, and butter for the best results.
  • Season the grits well: Grits can be bland, so it's important to season them well. Use salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
  • Use the right cheese: Velveeta cheese is the classic cheese for grits, but you can also use other types of cheese, such as cheddar, Parmesan, or mozzarella.
  • Cook the grits slowly: Grits need to be cooked slowly over low heat to prevent them from sticking to the pot and burning.
  • Stir the grits frequently: Stir the grits frequently to prevent them from clumping together.
  • Serve the grits hot: Grits are best served hot, so make sure to serve them immediately after they are cooked.

Conclusion:

Baked Velveeta cheese grits are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be served with a variety of meals. They are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and they can also be made ahead of time and reheated. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect baked Velveeta cheese grits every time.

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