"Mike Carvin" > wrote in message
...
> As long a we're talking grits, what's everyone's favorite way to prepare
> them?
>
> I've only had them once (back in '85), and I thought they were bland and
> disgusting (perhaps because it was at a Denny's that I tried them...), but
> I'm certainly willing to give it another go. :-)

I knew a professional food service cook who made a cheese casserole with
them that had a light, almost bread-like texture and flavor.

This looks like it might turn out similar.

Exported from MasterCook *

Baked Cheese Grits (Lagasse)

Recipe By : Louisiana Real & Rustic
Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Sides

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
-------- ------------ --------------------------------
2 cups yellow grits; not quick or instant
8 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
8 ounces cheddar -- grated
3 eggs
1 cup milk

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare grits according to package directions.
Add butter, salt, black pepper, garlic and cheese. Mix until butter and
cheese melt. Beat together eggs and milk in a small bowl. Add to grits and
mix well. Pour into a square 8-by-2-inch baking dish and bake for about 1
hour, or until mixture sets. Serve immediately.

[per serving: Calories, 351; protein, 16 grams; carbohydrates, 36 grams;
fat, 16 gram; cholesterol, 116 milligrams; sodium, 802 milligrams.]

*Recipe from Louisiana Real & Rustic (Morrow) by Emeril Lagasse