Chile-Cheese Grits

A great side dish. Serve instead of potatoes at your next barbecue. This recipe is from Seasoned with Sun Cookbook published by the Junior League of El Paso, TX.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 30 mins
• Serves: 12

Ingredients

• 6  cups water
• 1 1⁄2 cups grits, uncooked
• 2  teaspoons salt
• 3  eggs, beaten (can use egg substitute)
• 1  lb  longhorn cheese, shredded
• 3  teaspoons  savory salt
• 1⁄2 cup butter, melted
• 1 (4 ounce) can  chopped green chilies, drained
• 1  dash  hot pepper sauce
• 1  dash paprika

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 250°F.
2. In large saucepan, bring the water to a boil add grits and cook according to package directions.
3. Add the remaining ingredients, mixing well.
4. Pour into a 9x12 inch dish that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray and bake for 1-1/2 to 2 hours.
5. The dish can be prepared in advance and refrigerated until ready to bake.