Grits and Sausage Casserole

Ingredients

• 2 lbs bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained
• 1 cup quick-cooking grits
• ¾ tsp salt, divided
• 2 C shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 3 C water
• 3 large eggs
• 1½ C whole milk
• 2 tbs butter, melted
• Pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook Grits: In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Slowly whisk in grits and ½ tsp salt. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Mix Base: Transfer cooked grits to a large bowl. Stir in sausage and 1½ C cheese.
3. Add Eggs & Dairy: Beat eggs with milk and stir into the grits mixture. Add butter, pepper, and remaining salt; mix well.
4. Assemble: Transfer mixture to a greased 13x9" baking dish.
5. Bake: Bake uncovered @350°F for 1 hour, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Finish: Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bake 15 minutes more, until melted.
7. Rest & Serve: Let stand 5 minutes before cutting and serving.

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