Country Grits And Sausage Casserole

• 2 lb. mild ground pork sausage
• 4 c. water
• 1 1/4 c. quick cooking grits, uncooked
• 4 c. (1 lb.) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1 c. milk
• 1/2 tsp. dried thyme
• 1/8 tsp. garlic powder
• 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
• paprika

1. Brown sausage in a large skillet, stirring until it crumbles. Drain well and set aside.
2. Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan; stir in grits.
3. Return to a boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Remove from heat; add cheese and next 3 ingredients, stirring until cheese melts.
5. Stir in sausage and eggs.
6. Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 13 x 9-inch baking dish and sprinkle with paprika.
7. Bake at 350u0b0 for 1 hour or until golden brown and thoroughly heated.
8. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
9. Makes 8 to 10 servings.

ground pork sausage, water, cooking grits, cheddar cheese, milk, thyme, garlic powder, eggs, paprika

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=950056 (may not work)