Fried Grits with Red Pepper Sauce

Directions

1. 1
   Combine first 4 ingredients in heavy medium saucepan.
2. 2
   Whisk to blend.
3. 3
   Bring to boil, whisking often.
4. 4
   Reduce heat to medium; cook until creamy, whisking often, about 15 minutes.
5. 5
   Add cheddar cheese, chives and hot sauce; whisk until cheese melts.
6. 6
   Season with salt and pepper.
7. 7
   Pour into 9 x 5 x 2 1/2-inch metal loaf pan.
8. 8
   Cover; chill until firm, 6 hours or overnight.
9. 9
   Run sharp knife around pan sides to loosen grits.
10. 10
    Turn out onto work surface.
11. 11
    Cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
12. 12
    Melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
13. 13
    Working in batches, add sliced grits; cook until brown, adding more butte as necessary, about 5 minutes per side.
14. 14
    Divide grit slices among 8 plates.
15. 15
    Spoon sauce over.
16. 16
    Top with goat cheese.