Stove Top Grit Casserole
Transform your breakfast or brunch spread with this comforting and creamy Stove Top Grit Casserole, a Southern-inspired dish that’s as easy as it is irresistible. Made with rich stone-ground grits, sharp cheddar cheese, and a luxurious blend of butter and heavy cream, this recipe elevates traditional grits into a savory casserole bursting with flavor. Crumbled bacon and fresh green onions add a smoky and zesty kick, while lightly beaten eggs give it a fluffy, custard-like texture. Topped with a layer of melted cheese and finished off directly on the stovetop, this casserole is a hassle-free option that doesn’t require baking. Perfect for feeding a crowd, it’s ready in just 35 minutes and pairs beautifully with fresh fruit or a side of biscuits. Whether you're prepping a hearty family breakfast or a cozy weekend brunch, this dish will have everyone coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Stone-ground grits
- 4 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1.5 cups Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, finely chopped
- 2 Eggs, lightly beaten
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Smoked paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot, bring the 4 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of salt to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
Slowly whisk in the stone-ground grits, reducing the heat to low to prevent clumping. Cook the grits for 15-18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and creamy.
Stir in the butter and heavy cream, continuing to cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat.
Gradually mix in 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese, stirring until fully melted and incorporated.
Add the crumbled cooked bacon, green onions, black pepper, and lightly beaten eggs to the pot. Stir quickly to combine so the eggs don't scramble.
Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the grits mixture.
Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and cook over very low heat for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and the flavors to combine.
Serve the casserole directly from the stovetop, garnished with a sprinkle of smoked paprika if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
489 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.8 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.8 g | 109% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 176 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 1162 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 19.3 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 237 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 191 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
