Garlic Cheese Grits Casserole

A baked, egg-enriched grits casserole laced with garlic and two cheeses - the brunch-potluck classic that holds and reheats beautifully.

Ingredients

• 1 cup grits
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup butter
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar, divided
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
• Black pepper

Directions

1. Heat the oven to 350 F and butter a 2-quart baking dish.
2. Bring the broth and salt to a boil, whisk in the grits, reduce heat and simmer 7 to 8 minutes until thick.
3. Stir in the garlic, butter, 1 1/2 cups of the cheddar, the Parmesan, and cayenne until melted.
4. Temper in the beaten eggs and milk, stirring constantly so the eggs don’t scramble.
5. Pour into the dish, top with the remaining cheddar, and bake 35 to 40 minutes until set and lightly golden. Rest 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Assembles a day ahead; cover and refrigerate, then add a few minutes to the bake time.