Grits And Sausage Bake

• 16 ounces breakfast sausage, cooked, drained and crumbled
• 3 cups water
• 3/4 cup quick-cooking grits
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided (8-ounces)
• 2/3 cup evaporated milk
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (optional)
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees, grease 8-inch-square baking dish.
2. Bring water to a boil in medium saucepan; slowly stir in grits, cover; reduce heat to low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 6 minutes.
3. Add 1 1/2 cups cheese, evaporated milk, garlic powder, and hot sauce; stir until cheese is melted.
4. Add sausage and eggs; stir well; pour into prepared baking dish.
5. Bake 1 hour, top with remaining cheese; bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes or until cheese is melted ans gloden brown.
6. Let cool 10 minutes before serving, season with ground black pepper.

sausage, water, quickcooking grits, cheddar cheese, milk, garlic, hot pepper, eggs

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/grits-and-sausage-bake-150272 (may not work)