Grit Cheese Bake

Directions

1. 1
   Fry bacon until crisp and drain.
2. 2
   Crumble into small bites and set aside.
3. 3
   Heat oven to 350°.
4. 4
   Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with shortening or butter.
5. 5
   Bring water to a boil.
6. 6
   Slowly add grits and salt, stirring as you add.
7. 7
   Simmer 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. 8
   Remove grits from heat; add 2/3 of bacon. Keep remaining 1/3 to garnish.
9. 9
   Add eggs, 1 1/2 cups of cheese and onion flakes; mix well.
10. 10
    Pour into prepared dish.
11. 11
    Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until a knife can be inserted and comes out clean.
12. 12
    Top with remaining cheese and bacon; drop butter over mixture, allowing butter to melt into mixture.
13. 13
    Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
14. 14
    Excellent for brunch.
15. 15
    Sausage may be substituted. Makes 12 generous servings.