Cheesy Grits

It's crazy that I had never tried grits until a few years ago. They really are very versatile and yummy. Try this version of not-so-boring grits for yourself!

• 2 cups water
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup quick-cooking grits
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup whole kernel corn
• 1 Tbsp butter
• 1 egg, beaten

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and lightly butter a small casserole dish. Add the water and salt to a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir in the grits and reduce heat to medium-low, then cook for around 5 minutes. 

Remove from heat, and beat in the cheese, whole corn, butter, and the egg. Transfer everything to the casserole dish and bake for around an hour, until puffy and golden brown on top.

Serves 4

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour, 10 minutes

Recipe from Firefly - The Big Damn Cookbook by Chelsea Monroe-Cassel