Grits & Sausage Bake (Albers Quick Grits box)

Found on the side of Albers Quick Grits box, March 2025.

• 3 cups water
• 3/4 cup ALBERS Quick Grits
• 2 cups (8 oz.) shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
• 2/3 cup (5 fl oz can) evaporated milk
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/8 tsp hot pepper sauce (optional)
• 1 lb (16 oz) bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten

PREHEAT oven to 350F. Grease 8-inch square baking dish.

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.

ADD 1 1/2 cups cheese, evaporated milk, garlic powder, pepper and hot pepper sauce to grits; stir until cheese is melted. Add sausage and eggs; stir well. Pour into prepared baking dish.

BAKE for 1 hour. Top with remaining cheese. Bake for additional 5 to 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden brown. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

NOTE: Batter can be made the day before; cover and refrigerate. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before baking.