Easy Cheese Grits Casserole Recipe

Name: Easy Cheese Grits Casserole Recipe
Total time: 1 hr 20 mins
Ingredients: 2.25 cups whole milk; 2.25 cups water; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup quick-cooking grits; 1 (8 ounce) package processed cheese (such as Velveeta®), cubed; 0.5 pound sharp Cheddar cheese, cubed; 0.25 cup butter; 0.125 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 eggs, beaten

This cheese grits casserole recipe was shared with me by Megan R, who says it's a cherished family tradition. Perfect for Christmas or Easter dinner!

Total time1 hr 20 mins
Prep time15 mins
Cook time50 mins
Yield10 servings, 10

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Ingredients

2.25 cups whole milk
2.25 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup quick-cooking grits
1 (8 ounce) package processed cheese (such as Velveeta®), cubed
0.5 pound sharp Cheddar cheese, cubed
0.25 cup butter
0.13 teaspoon garlic powder
2 eggs, beaten

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x12-inch baking dish with butter.
In a large saucepan, bring milk, water, and salt to a boil. Gradually add the grits to the boiling liquid, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Cook until the grits have thickened, approximately 5 minutes.
Stir in the processed cheese, sharp Cheddar cheese, butter, and garlic powder until the cheese is completely melted and well combined.
Allow the mixture to cool slightly for about 15 minutes. Then, stir in the beaten eggs until evenly distributed. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven until the top is lightly golden brown and the grits are set, about 45 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 263 kcal
Fat Content: 21 g
Sugar Content: 4 g
Sodium Content: 727 mg
Protein Content: 13 g
Cholesterol Content: 97 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 7 g
Saturated Fat Content: 12 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g