Grits Egg and Sausage Casserole

Grits Egg and Sausage Casserole

The parents at my daughters' school brought breakfast for the teachers this morning and I made this  grits casserole- it was a hit!

Grits Eggs and Sausage Casserole

6 cups water

2 cups uncooked grits

1 pound bulk pork sausage

6 eggs

1 cup milk

1 t salt

1 t garlic powder

3 cups grated sharp cheddar

1. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Spray 3 quart casserole with cooking spray.

2. In skillet, cook sausage over medium high heat 7-9 minutes until no longer pink; drain.

3. Boil water in 3 quart saucepan. Slowly stir in grits, cover and turn temperature to low. Cook for 5 minutes stirring occasionally. Mix eggs, milk, salt and garlic powder in bowl.  Remove from heat, add 1 1/2 c of cheese, eggs, milk and sausage.

4.  Pour grits mixture into casserole and sprinkle with remaining cheese and a little green onions for color on the top.

5.  Bake uncovered for 30 - 40 minutes until center is set.