Yankee Grits

Not for weight watchers! This recipe comes from the Benjamin Prescott Inn.

• Ready In: 1 hr 15 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 1  cup quick-cooking grits
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 cup butter
• 1  cup  grated sharp cheddar cheese
• 6  eggs
• 1⁄2 lb bacon, cooked crisp and then crumbled
• 1⁄2 cup half-and-half
• 2  tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350º.
2. Cook the grits according to package directions.
3. Over low heat, add the salt, butter, and cheese and stir until melted.
4. Remove from heat and let cool for several minutes.
5. In a medium bowl, beat 2 of the eggs until foamy; stir thoroughly into the grits.
6. Pour into a 2 quart casserole.
7. Set aside about 1/2 cup of the bacon crumbles and sprinkle the remaining bacon over the mixture.
8. In a medium mixing bowl, beat the remaining 4 eggs with the half and half and parsley and pour this over the bacon and grits.
9. Bake until golden for 30 to 45 minutes.
10. Top with reserved bacon and serve hot.