Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 5 slice(s) thick cut bacon
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 cup(s) chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon(s) garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) black pepper
  • 1 cup(s) quick grits (not instant)
  • 2 tablespoon(s) butter
  • 1 1/2 cup(s) sharp cheddar (divided)
  • 1/2 cup(s) parmesan cheese, shredded
  • 3 - large eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup(s) half and half

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a large saucepan fry the bacon slices. When done put them aside. (when bacon is cooled crumble). Pour out all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease. Saute the onions in the grease till translucent.
  • Add the broth to the pot with with the onions. Bring to a boil. Add the garlic powder, salt and pepper. Slowly add the grits stirring with a whisk.
  • Lower the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in butter, 1/2 cup of sharp cheddar and 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese until melted. Add the crumbled bacon.
  • In a small bowl mix the eggs and half and half. Pour the mixture into the grits and whisk till all in incorporated. Pour into a greased 2 quart glass pan (8x8 or 11x7). Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Bake at 350 uncovered for about 45 minutes.