Spicy Cheese Grits

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Adjusted by Elise from Paula Deen's Lady & Sons II

Cheesy golden southern grits kicked up with Ro-Tel, Cajun seasonings, and chili powder.

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Prep Time 25

Cook Time 40

cooking time 40

Total Time 1 5

Course Breakfast, Main Course, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine American, Southern

Servings

Calories

Ingredients

2 cups chicken broth or water
1.25 cups whipping cream or milk
1 tsp garlic salt
1 cup grits, quick cooking
2 tsp Cajun seasoning or to taste
1 tsp pepper or to taste
1 stick unsalted butter
3 large green onions, chopped or snipped
1 tbsp garlic paste
6 oz velvetta cheese
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 10 oz Ro-Tel diced tomatoes & green chiles undrained
2 eggs lightly beaten

Instructions

Pre-heat oven to 350.
Use large saucepan to bring broth and cream to a boil, add salt, and slowly add the grits. Return to a boil, stirring constantly for 1 minute. Reduce heat, cover, and cook for 3 more minutes.
Stir butter into grits and continue to stir until butter completely melted and incorporated into grits. Cover and cook an additional 3-5 minutes until grits are thick and creamy. Remove from heat and let set.
Add onions, both cheeses, and garlic paste. Stir until cheese is melted and incorporated. Add the Ro-tel and mix well. Stir in the beaten eggs, then pour into a 8x11x2 inch casserole.
Bake for 40 mins or until set in the middle. Sprinkle on more grated cheese to just cover the top. Back an additional 5-10 mins.
Let rest before serving. ENJOY!

Nutrition

Serving: 0gCarbohydrates: 0gProtein: 0gFat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0gMonounsaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 0mgPotassium: 0mgFiber: 0gSugar: 0gVitamin A: 0IUVitamin C: 0mgCalcium: 0mgIron: 0mg

Keyword barbacue, gluten free, grits, holiday, side dish, southern, spicy

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