Chef Wilkinson


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Monday, March 19, 2012

~ Southern Grits ... with a Twist ~

Ingredients:
2 cups of water + 2 cups of whole milk + 1 teaspoon of salt
1 cup of uncooked stone ground grits
3 cups of shredded Gouda cheese
1/2 cup of heavy cream
1/3 cup of butter
1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon of ground black pepper
5 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon of paprika + 1/4 cup of grated parmesan cheese

Directions: In a pan on medium heat cook grits in the water/milk/salt mixture until thickened (15-20 minutes), stirring occasionally. Add cheese, cream, butter, Worcestershire sauce and ground black pepper. Stir until everything is melted and completely mixed. Now add the eggs and transfer into a lightly greased 2-quart casserole dish. Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven for 45 minutes. Take out of the oven and sprinkle the paprika/parmesan cheese on top. Place back in the oven and cook for an additional 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let stand for 15 minutes before serving. Enjoy! ~ Chef ~