Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 1 - 16 oz. package bacon (reserve grease)
  • 3 tbsp. bacon grease
  • 1/2 c. chopped yellow onion
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 4 c. water
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 1/2 c. quick grits
  • 1 - 8 oz. package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 - 8 oz. package shredded Colby Jack cheese
  • 1 c. whole milk
  • 1 1/2 c. frozen corn
  • 2 tsp. chopped fresh thyme
  • 4 large eggs
  • sour cream or Greek yogurt (for topping)

Instruction

  • Heat a large frying pan over medium heat. Cook the bacon until crispy and brown. Remove bacon with tongs to paper towels to drain excess grease. Crumble the bacon into bits.
  • Reserve 3 tbsp. bacon grease in the skillet.
  • Add onion and garlic to the bacon grease, and cook until onions are beginning to soften and are turning golden brown.
  • Add water and salt to the pan, and bring to a boil.
  • Whisk in the quick grits, and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 3-5 minutes, or until grits are nearly tender.
  • Remove from heat, and stir in the crumbled bacon.
  • Stir in both cheeses, milk, corn, thyme, and eggs.
  • Pour mixture into a greased 3-quart baking dish.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 50-60 minutes, or until edges are golden.
  • Cool for 10-15 minutes. Cut and serve.