SAUSAGE AND CHEESE GRITS CASSEROLE (MAKEOVER)

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Sausage and Cheese Grits Casserole (Makeover) image

From Betty's Soul Food Collection... Wake up your next brunch with a healthy twist on traditional Sausage and Cheese Grits, using low-fat cheese and a fat-free egg product-plus a splash of hot sauce if you dare.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb spicy bulk pork sausage
4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup uncooked quick-cooking corn grits
1 1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/2 cup fat-free egg product
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, if desired
Frank's™ RedHot™ Original cayenne pepper sauce, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 2 1/2- or 3-quart casserole with cooking spray.
  • In 10-inch skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 7 to 9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink; drain.
  • Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan, heat water and salt to boiling. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat; cover and cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in 1 cup of the cheese and the butter until melted. Stir in sausage and egg product. Pour grits mixture into casserole; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Bake uncovered 25 to 30 minutes or until center is set. Sprinkle with parsley; cool 10 minutes. Serve with hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving, TransFat 0 g

Felex Maphani
[email protected]

This casserole is a great way to use up leftover sausage and grits. It's also a great dish to make for a potluck or party. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


RUBEL KHAN929
[email protected]

I'm not a big fan of grits, but this casserole changed my mind. The grits are creamy and cheesy, and the sausage adds a nice savory flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Zander finklea
[email protected]

This casserole is perfect for a potluck or party. It's easy to transport and it can be served hot or cold. It's also very popular with kids, which is a bonus.


Umeanyido Joseph
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The casserole is easy to make and it cooks in just 30 minutes. It's also very affordable, which is a plus.


Aaliyah Brown
[email protected]

I love this casserole! It's so creamy and cheesy. The sausage adds a nice savory flavor. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family.


Danielle Howard
[email protected]

This is the best sausage and cheese grits casserole recipe I've ever tried. It's easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I highly recommend it!


Lilian Ombako
[email protected]

This casserole is a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. I made it with leftover mashed potatoes from Thanksgiving and it was a hit with my family.


Alexandro Montoya
[email protected]

I made this casserole in a slow cooker. It turned out great! The casserole was cooked perfectly and the flavors had time to meld together.


md Sagir
[email protected]

I'm not a big fan of sausage, so I made this casserole with bacon instead. It turned out great! The bacon added a nice smoky flavor to the casserole.


vitamine C
[email protected]

This casserole is a great way to use up leftover Thanksgiving turkey. I made it the day after Thanksgiving and it was a hit with my family.


Kamal Pordhan
[email protected]

I'm a vegetarian, so I made this casserole with veggie sausage. It turned out great! The casserole was still flavorful and cheesy, even without the meat.


Mazen Nasry
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for a crowd. I made it for a tailgate party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it.


Saiqa Zahoor
[email protected]

This casserole is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, cheesy, and filling. I love eating it on a cold winter day.


Patricia Nhlapo
[email protected]

I made this casserole for a brunch party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I've already had several requests for the recipe.


Sonu King
[email protected]

This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their grits. My kids loved it! They even asked for seconds.


Jesiah Dc
[email protected]

I'm not a huge fan of grits, but this casserole changed my mind! The grits were creamy and cheesy, and the sausage added a nice savory flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Paul Katz
[email protected]

This is a really versatile recipe. I've made it with different types of sausage and cheese, and it's always turned out great. I also like to add some chopped vegetables to the casserole, like bell peppers or onions.


Frank Young
[email protected]

I was looking for a new breakfast casserole recipe and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I tried it! The casserole was easy to make and it turned out so delicious. My husband and kids loved it too.


Mahar Ansar
[email protected]

This casserole is a great way to use up leftover sausage and grits. It's also a great dish to make for a potluck or party. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Cristina Sandu
[email protected]

This sausage and cheese grits casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. The grits are creamy and cheesy, and the sausage adds a nice savory flavor. I made it for my family last night and they loved it!