Bacon, Ranch and Cheddar Grits Casserole
Posted: 18 Aug 2020, 12:06
2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups quick-cooking grits
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
3 tablespoons butter
1 package (1 oz) ranch salad dressing & seasoning mix
3 eggs, beaten
6 strips bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled
Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In 3-quart saucepan, heat broth and milk to boiling. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat; cover and cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the cheese, the butter and seasoning mix until cheese and butter are melted. Stir in eggs. Pour mixture into baking dish; sprinkle with bacon. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until center is set. Top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Let stand 3 to 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.