Bacon And Cheddar Grits Quiche Recipe

Name: Bacon And Cheddar Grits Quiche
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 bacon, slices (thick cut); 2 1/4 cups milk; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/2 cup uncooked stone-ground grits; 2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided; 1 teaspoon black pepper, divided; 2 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided; 6 large eggs; 2 1/2 cups half-and-half; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/3 cup sliced green onion

Servings: persons

6 bacon, slices (thick cut)
2 1/4 cups milk
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup uncooked stone-ground grits
2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1 teaspoon black pepper, divided
2 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
6 large eggs
2 1/2 cups half-and-half
1 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup sliced green onion

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["Preheat over to 350 degrees.", "Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon; drain and crumble. Transfer 2 teaspoons bacon drippings to a saucepan.", "Bring drippings, milk, and butter to a boil over medium heat. Gradually whisk in grits, 1 teaspoons kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoons pepper; cook, whisking constantly, 15 minutes or until very thick. Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes. Stir in 1 cup cheese; let stand 10 minutes. Stir in 1 egg; spread in a 9"" springform pan coated with cooking spray.", "Bake for 25 minutes or until set and browned. Sprinkle remaining 1 1/2 cups cheese over warm grits, spreading to edges. Let stand for 15 minutes.", "Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees.", "Combine half-and-half, cream, green onions, and remaining 5 eggs, 1 teaspoons kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoons black pepper. Pour over grits; sprinkle with crumbled bacon. Place pan on a foil-lined baking sheet.", "Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until lightly browned and just set. Let stand 20 minutes. Run a sharp knife around edges of quiche; remove sides of pan."]

1658

kcal

Calories

133

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 bacon, slices (thick cut), 2 1/4 cups milk, 2 tablespoons butter, 1/2 cup uncooked stone-ground grits, and more.

Yes, Bacon And Cheddar Grits Quiche falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Bacon And Cheddar Grits Quiche

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