Baked Cheese Grits Food

CHEESY BAKED GRITS

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.

BAKED TWO-CHEESE & BACON GRITS

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°.

BAKED CHEESE GRITS

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.

BAKED CHEESE GRITS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 2-quart casserole with 2 tablespoons of butter.
• Combine remaining 1/4 cup butter, water, and salt in a heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. When mixture comes to a simmer, add the grits, stirring until thoroughly combined. Continue to cook the grits at a simmer, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 15 minutes.
• Meanwhile whisk together egg, cream and pepper. Stir into cooked grits along with cheese. Pour mixture into prepared casserole. Bake until set, about 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and let stand about 5 minutes before serving.

BAKED CHEESE GRITS

Steps:

• Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F.
• Bring water and 3/4 teaspoon salt to a boil in a 4-quart heavy pot.
• Add grits in a slow stream, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and gently simmer, stirring frequently to avoid sticking, until very thick, about 30 minutes. (Use a long-handled spoon to avoid bubbling and popping hot grits.)
• Add butter, remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, pepper, garlic, and cheese, stirring until butter and cheese are melted. Lightly beat eggs and milk in a small bowl, then stir into grits until combined.
• Pour into an ungreased 8-inch square baking dish (2 inches deep) and bake until set and lightly browned, about 1 hour. Serve immediately.
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BAKED CHEESE GRITS BY HOLLAND HOUSE®

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Bring water to a boil in a 4-quart saucepan. Add grits, stirring with a wire whisk. Cook 2-3 minutes or until grits start to thicken. Blend in remaining ingredients except eggs.
• Add 1-2 spoonfuls of hot grits to eggs; stir well. Repeat several times until eggs are warm. Stir eggs into saucepan. Pour mixture into a 2-quart baking dish. Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until top is golden.

BAKED CHEESE GRITS RECIPE

Steps:

• Add salt to water and bring to a boil.
• Add grits to boiling salted water, whisking into the water then lower heat to the lowest setting and cook covered until grits are tender but still pourable, about 12-18 minutes.
• Remove from heat and whisk in cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, minced garlic and butter. Continue whisking until both the cheeses and butter are melted and well combined.
• Next, while vigorously whisking, add milk and eggs and continue to whisk quickly so the eggs won't scramble.
• Pour grits into a large greased 4 quart casserole dish then sprinkle parmesan cheese on top and bake at 325 for 60-70 minutes or until grits just shake slightly. You can also broil for a couple of seconds to make a gorgeous brown color on top.
• Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve.

SPINACH AND CHEESE GRITS FRITTATAS RECIPE

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F
• Butter two 9-inch springform pans and dust with 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan cheese
• In a medium enameled cast-iron casserole, bring the water to a boil with a large pinch of salt
• Whisk in the grits
• Cover and simmer over low heat, whisking often, for 1 hour and 15 minutes
• Transfer the grits to a large bowl and let cool, stirring occasionally, until warm
• Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan of boiling water, working in 2 batches, blanch the spinach for 30 seconds
• Using a slotted spoon, transfer the spinach to a colander
• Blanch the parsley in the boiling water until almost tender, about 4 minutes
• Transfer to the colander
• Lightly squeeze the greens dry and coarsely chop
• In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of the softened butter
• Add the garlic and cook over low heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes
• Add the spinach and parsley and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes
• Season with salt and pepper
• Stir the tetilla, Mahón, and Manchego cheeses, the remaining 3 tablespoons of softened butter and the spinach and parsley into the grits
• Season with salt and pepper and stir in the eggs
• Pour half of the mixture into each of the prepared pans
• Brush the frittatas with the melted butter and sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of Parmesan
• Bake the frittatas on the top shelf of the oven for about 40 minutes, or until golden brown and just set
• Let cool in the pans for 15 minutes
• Remove the pan rings
• To serve, cut the frittatas into wedges with a serrated knife, wiping the knife between cuts
• Make ahead: The frittatas can be refrigerated in the pans for up to 2 days
• Bring to room temperature before reheating
• Bring to room temperature before reheating

BAKED SOUTHERN GRITS

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add grits; cook and stir over medium heat for 5 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat., In a small bowl, whisk egg whites and eggs. Stir a small amount of hot grits into eggs; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Stir in the cheese, milk, jalapenos, garlic salt, pepper and half of the onions., Transfer to a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Sprinkle with remaining onions.

DELICIOUS BAKED CHEESE GRITS

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

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.

BAKED CHEESE GRITS

Steps:

• Adjust an oven rack to the lower-middle position and preheat oven to 350°.
• Grease a 9 x 9 inch baking dish with 1 teaspoon butter.
• Heat the remaining 2 tbs butter in a large saucepan over medium heat until the foam begins to subside.
• Add the onion and cook until softened but not browned, about 4 minutes.
• Add 3 cups water, the cream, hot sauce, and salt and bring to a boil.
• Whisk in the grits and decrease heat to low.
• Cook, stirring frequently, until the grits are thick and creamy, about 15 minutes.
• Off the heat, thoroughly stir in 1 1/2 cup cheese, the eggs, and pepper to taste.
• Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, smooth the top with a rubber spatula, and place the grits in the oven.
• Bake for 30 minutes.
• Remove the dish from the oven, sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup cheese evenly over the top, and return to the oven.
• Continue baking until the top is browned, about 15 minutes.
• Let rest for 5 minutes and serve.

BAKED GARLIC CHEESE GRITS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 °F. Grease a 4 quart casserole dish.
• Bring the broth, garlic powder, salt and pepper to a boil in a 2 quart saucepan. Stir in the grits and whisk until completely combined. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the grits are thick, about 8 minutes.
• Add the cubed cheddar cheese and milk and stir. Gradually stir in the eggs and butter, stirring until all are combined. Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle with the white cheddar cheese and bake for 35-40 minutes or until set.

BAKED GARLIC CHEESE GRITS

Steps:

• 1. Bring water and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan. Gradually add grits, stirring constantly. Cover and simmer 8 minutes or until thick, stirring frequently.
• 2. Remove pan from heat. Add the butter and 6 oz. of the cheese, stirring until cheese melts. Combine milk, garlic and eggs, stirring with a whisk. Stir milk mixture into grits mixture. Pour into a greased or sprayed 2-qt. casserole dish.
• 3. Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven, covered, for 45-50 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle remaining cheese on top; bake an additional 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and golden brown.

BAKED CHEESE GRITS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a deep casserole dish.
• Bring the chicken broth, milk, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and cayenne to a boil in a medium saucepan. Slowly whisk in the grits and lower the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until thick, about 30 minutes.
• Remove from the heat and stir in the Cheddar and pepper-jack cheeses and butter until melted and smooth; cool slightly. Stir in the eggs and transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish. Smooth the top of the grits and then bake until just set and lightly brown, about 1 hour. Let rest for at least 5 minutes. Scatter with the scallions, if using, and cut into squares.

BAKED CHEESE GRITS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 8x8x2-inch glass baking dish. Bring 4 cups water, butter, and salt to boil in heavy medium saucepan. Gradually whisk in grits. Reduce heat to medium; cook until mixture thickens slightly, stirring often, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat. Add both cheeses; stir until melted. Season with pepper and more salt, if desired. Whisk milk and eggs in small bowl. Gradually whisk mixture into grits.
• Pour cheese grits into prepared dish. Bake until grits feel firm to touch in center (grits will still be soft), about 1 hour. Let stand 10 minutes and serve.