Baked Two-Cheese & Bacon Grits Recipe

Name: Baked Two-Cheese & Bacon Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped; 3 cups water; 3 cups chicken stock; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 cups quick-cooking grits; 12 ounces Velveeta, cubed (about 2-1/3 cups); 1/2 cup butter, cubed; 1/2 cup 2% milk; 4 large eggs, lightly beaten; 2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

6 thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped
3 cups water
3 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups quick-cooking grits
12 ounces Velveeta, cubed (about 2-1/3 cups)
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup 2% milk
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove pan from heat. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
2
Add water, stock, garlic powder and pepper to bacon drippings; bring to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, covered, 5-7 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
3
Add Velveeta and butter; stir until melted. Stir in milk. Slowly stir in eggs until blended. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with bacon and shredded cheese. Bake, uncovered, 40-45 minutes or until edges are golden brown and cheese is melted. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
4
Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove casserole from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Bake grits as directed, increasing time to 50-60 minutes or until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165u00b0.

1703

kcal

Calories

123

Fat

Carbs

140

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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 thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped, 3 cups water, 3 cups chicken stock, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and more.

Yes, Baked Two-Cheese & Bacon Grits falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Baked Two-Cheese & Bacon Grits

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