This zesty dish is a real crowd-pleaser. ( Just don’t call it grits, call it “Stone Ground Corn”. ) It’s great as a side dish and can also be cut into squares and fried or served as a cold appetizer .

Ingredients:

• 3 c water
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 c quick-cooking grits
• 1/2 c butter, cubed
• 1-1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 3 Tab canned chopped green chilies
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 c whole milk

Directions:

1. In a medium saucepan, bring water, salt and garlic to a boil.
2. Slowly stir in grits.
3. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 3-5 minutes or until thickened.
4. Remove from the heat.
5. Add butter, 1 cup cheese and chilies.
6. Stir until butter melts.
7. Beat eggs and milk.
8. Add to the grits and mix well.
9. Pour into a greased 2-qt. baking dish.
10. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes.
11. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Serves: 6

Source:  Taste of Home