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Friday, April 19 2013

Grits Casserole

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Sauteed and seasoned red sweet peppers make a tangy relish for traditional grits.

Southern Grits Casserole with Red Pepper Relish

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Servings: Makes 4 servings.

Prep Time: 20 mins

Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins

ingredients

4 cups water
1 cup quick-cooking grits
4 beaten eggs
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (8 ounces)
1/2 cup milk
2 green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
1 to 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded (if desired) and chopped
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Sliced green onion (optional)
2 medium red sweet peppers, chopped (2 cups)
1 small red onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon margarine or butter
1/3 cup snipped parsley
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

directions

In a large saucepan bring water to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Gradually stir about 1 cup of the hot mixture into the eggs. Return to saucepan. Stir in cheese, milk, green onion, jalapeno peppers, garlic salt, and white pepper.

Spoon grits mixture into a 2-quart casserole. Bake, uncovered, in a 350 degree F oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. If desired, sprinkle with additional green onion.

Meanwhile, for relish, in a medium saucepan cook red peppers, red onion, and garlic in hot margarine or butter until peppers are just tender. Remove from heat and stir in parsley and vinegar. Let stand at room temperature at least 30 minutes. Serve with grits. Makes 4 servings.

make-ahead tip

Prepare relish; cover and chill up to 8 hours. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.

nutrition information

Per serving: Calories 403, Total Fat 27 g, Saturated Fat 14 g, Cholesterol 275 mg, Sodium 731 mg, Carbohydrate 16 g, Protein 23 g. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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