EASY CHEESY LOADED GRITS

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A tasty bowl of grits inspired me to develop my own with sausage, green chilies and cheeses. It just might be better than the original. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound mild or spicy bulk pork sausage
1 small onion, chopped
4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup quick-cooking grits
3 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles
1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink, breaking up sausage into crumbles; drain., In a large saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, covered, about 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat., Add green chiles, 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, 3/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese, butter and pepper sauce; stir until cheese is melted. Stir in eggs, then sausage mixture., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with remaining cheeses; sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, until golden brown and set, 50-60 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 calories, Fat 28g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 116mg cholesterol, Sodium 839mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

taiwo jamiu
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5 stars! These grits are amazing!


Aj Watson
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This is my new favorite grits recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.


SK khorShed
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These grits are so good, I could eat them every day!


Rana Hussnain Abbas
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I love how easy this recipe is. I can have a delicious breakfast on the table in just a few minutes.


Bilal Hussen2
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These grits are the perfect side dish for any Southern meal. They're also great for breakfast or brunch.


Picno Tech
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I'm not a big fan of grits, but even I enjoyed these. They were creamy and cheesy, with just the right amount of spice.


Dana Arthur
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Meh.


Abdul Naqibzarbi
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These grits were just okay. I found them to be a bit bland, even with the addition of cheese and bacon.


Maryrose Ketner
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


joseph puentes
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Yum! These grits were so creamy and cheesy. I loved the addition of the bacon and green onions.


Johnny Bays
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This recipe was easy to follow and the grits turned out perfectly. I added some extra cheese and diced tomatoes, and it was delicious!


Mia Christie
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These cheesy loaded grits were a hit at my last brunch party! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the cheesy flavor. I'll definitely be making them again.