Garlic-Cheddar Grits Souffle Recipe

Name: Garlic-Cheddar Grits Souffle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup grits (preferably stone-ground); 2 ½ cups water; 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated; 1 teaspoon salt; black pepper, freshly ground, to taste; 1 dash cayenne; 1 medium onion, peeled and finely chopped; 2 large garlic cloves, peeled and minced; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 eggs, separated

Servings: persons

1 cup grits (preferably stone-ground)
2 ½ cups water
1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 teaspoon salt
black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
1 dash cayenne
1 medium onion, peeled and finely chopped
2 large garlic cloves, peeled and minced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 eggs, separated

1
Preheat the oven to 350F Lightly grease a 1 1/2 quart souffle dish.
2
Bring the water to a boil in a medium saucepan, whisk in the grits.
3
Simmer, covered until liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes.
4
Stir in the cheese, salt, pepper, and cayenne.
5
Set aside to cool slightly.
6
Meanwhile, saute the onion and garlic in butter for 5-8 minutes until soft.
7
Stir the onion mixture into the grits.
8
Beat in the egg yolks.
9
Whip the egg whites until soft peaks form.
10
Fold them into the grits.
11
Gently turn the mixture into the prepared dish.
12
Bake 45-50 minutes until lightly browned.
13
Serve hot.

410

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* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup grits (preferably stone-ground), 2 ½ cups water, 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Garlic-Cheddar Grits Souffle falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Garlic-Cheddar Grits Souffle

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