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Ham and Grits

Delicious grits recipe with ham
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, southern
Keyword: Ham and Grits
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Judy Yeager

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup quick cooking grits
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup ham cooked and chopped
  • 1/4 cup green onions chopped (can use regular onions)
  • Several drops hot sauce Optional
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or cheese of your choice divided (can use more cheese if you like a lot)

Instructions

  • Bring water and salt to a boil, add grits and cook five minutes until thick.  Remove from stove and add butter, eggs, garlic powder, ham, green onions, hot sauce and half the shredded cheese.
  • Mix together and pour into sprayed casserole.
  • Sprinkle rest of the cheese on top. (I use a 9 x 5 loaf pan). Bake in preheated 375 degree oven for 30 to 35 minutes uncovered.