Cheesy Garlic Grits(Great As Brunch Side Dish Or With Fried Chicken Or Ham Dinner)

• 3 c. water
• 3/4 c. quick grits (uncooked)
• 1/4 tsp. salt (optional)
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 c. (4 oz.) shredded Cheddar cheese
• 2 Tbsp. margarine
• 1/8 tsp. garlic powder or 1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
• dash of red pepper sauce or ground red pepper (optional)

1. Heat oven to 350u0b0.
2. Grease a 1 1/2-quart casserole or baking dish.
3. Prepare grits according to package directions.
4. Add small amount of grits to beaten egg.
5. Return grits mixture to pan.
6. Add remaining ingredients.
7. Cook over low heat an additional minute or until cheese is melted.
8. Pour into prepared casserole; bake 30 to 40 minutes or until top is set and lightly puffed.
9. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
10. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

water, quick grits, salt, egg, cheddar cheese, margarine, garlic, red pepper

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=651110 (may not work)