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August 8, 2011
Low Country Grits and Ham Bake
Tasty Side Dishes
Prep time:
20 minutesCook time:
30 minutes“One taste of this dish brought Grandma straight back to her country roots. It was a staple at all of her brunches. ”
Ingredients
Serves 6
- 1 quart milk
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1 stick butter or margarine, divided
- 1 cup uncooked regular grits
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup chopped cooked ham
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
1
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8-inch square baking dish. Bring milk to a boil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring often.
2
Add Gruyère and 4 tablespoons butter to saucepan. Stir until cheese is melted. Slowly pour in grits. Cook, stirring constantly with a fork or whisk, until mixture is thick, about 5 minutes.
3
Stir salt and pepper into saucepan. Reduce heat to low. Beat mixture with an electric mixer set at medium speed until fluffy and very well blended, about 5 minutes. Stir in ham.
4
Pour mixture into prepared dish. Melt remaining butter in a small saucepan. Add Parmesan; stir well. Spread over grits mixture. Bake until set, about 30 minutes.
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Grandma's Secret Tip
Grandma's Secret Tip
Grits are usually found with the hot cereals at the supermarket. Store the open package of grits in a sealed container in the refrigerator. The regular or old- fashioned grits have a better texture and flavor than the quick-cooking variety.
Stretch Your Dollar
Stretch Your Dollar
If Gruyère cheese is too expensive or unavailable in your area, try using store-brand Swiss cheese instead. You will save money and still get a people-pleasing brunch dish.
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