Threadgill's Garlic Cheese Grits

This recipe is from Threadgill's restaurant in Austin, Texas. The grits are cheesy and delicious. It's Southern cooking at its best.

• Ready In: 55 mins
• Serves: 10

Ingredients

• 6  cups cold water
• 1 1⁄2 cups grits
• 1  teaspoon garlic, minced
• 1  tablespoon yellow onion, minced
• 1⁄4 cup milk
• 2  eggs, beaten
• 8  ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350.
2. Bring water to a boil in a saucepan.
3. Add grits and return to boil, then reduce heat and simmer about 5 minutes.
4. Remove from heat.
5. Add all other ingredients, and put into a greased casserole dish.
6. Bake uncovered for about 45 minutes, stirring once after 20 minutes.