Mexican Cheese Grits Recipe

Name: Mexican Cheese Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked regular grits; 8 ounces shredded Velveeta cheese; 1/2 cup milk; 2 large eggs; 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine; 1 small onion, chopped; 1 small red bell pepper, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 (4 1/2 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained; 1 (12 ounce) package shredded cheddar cheese, divided; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup uncooked regular grits
8 ounces shredded Velveeta cheese
1/2 cup milk
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1 small onion, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (4 1/2 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained
1 (12 ounce) package shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and pepper

1
Prepare grits according to package directions.
2
Stir in Velveeta cheese until melted.
3
Mix together the milk and eggs; add to the grits mixture and stir to combine.
4
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat; add the onion, red bell pepper, garlic, and green chiles.
5
Saute, stirring frequently, until tender.
6
Add the onion mixture, 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper to taste to the grits mixture; stir to combine.
7
Pour into a greased 13 x 9 inch baking dish.
8
Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
9
Sprinkle evenly with the remaining cheddar cheese and bake 5-10 more minutes.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup uncooked regular grits, 8 ounces shredded Velveeta cheese, 1/2 cup milk, 2 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Mexican Cheese Grits falls under the General 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.

Mexican Cheese Grits

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