Puffy Cheddar Grits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. In 3 quart saucepan, combine butter, salt, 1 1/2 cups milk and water and heat to boiling over a medium high heat.
2. 2
   Gradually stir in grits, beating constantly with wire whisk to prevent lumps.
3. 3
   Reduce heat; cover and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes (grits will be very stiff).
4. 4
   Remove saucepan from heat and blend in cheese.
5. 5
   In a large bowl, mix hot pepper sauce, pepper eggs, and remaining 2 cups milk until blended.
6. 6
   Gradually stir grits mixture into the egg mixture.
7. 7
   Grease shallow 2 1/2 quart casserole.
8. 8
   Pour grits mixture into casserole.
9. 9
   Bake, uncovered, 45 minutes, or until knife inserted in the center comes out clean