Grits and Sausage Bake

(5 stars based on 70 reviews)

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Surprise your family with this Southern favorite! This Grits and Sausage Bake recipe is simple to prepare and so very tasty, everyone will want seconds. Try this at your next brunch.

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Ingredients:

1 pkg. (16 oz.) breakfast sausage, cooked, drained and crumbled
3 cups water
3/4 cup ALBERS® Quick Grits
2 cups (8 oz.) shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
2/3 cup (5 fl.-oz. can) NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (optional)
2 large eggs, lightly beaten

Directions:

PREHEAT oven to 350º F. Grease 8-inch-square baking dish.

BRING water to a boil in medium saucepan; slowly stir in grits. Cover; reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 6 minutes. Add 1 1/2 cups cheese, evaporated milk, garlic powder and hot pepper sauce; stir until cheese is melted. Add sausage and eggs; stir well. Pour into prepared baking dish.

BAKE for 1 hour. Top with remaining cheese. Bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden brown. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Season with ground black pepper.

NOTE: Batter can be made the day before; cover and refrigerate. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.

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One of my Favorites

Portia Coleman from New Bern, NC

I loved this dish. I'm from Mississippi, so I eat a lot of grits and was anxious to try this. I made it for Sunday dinner and it was great. My husband doesn't really like grits, but he also loved this dish. I will make this a lot. I omitted the hot pepper sauce, but that was the only change I made to this recipe. It is perfect the way it is.
Love IT!

ginger jones from Rosman, NC

I tried this a couple of weekends ago for my family. It has turned into a family favorite now. I add extra sharp cheddar cheese (only because that is what we love) and it is WONDERFUL! Thanks for the new Sunday morning family tradition :)
Breakfast, just like Grandma's

Bonita Cleveland from SOLON, OH

The hearty dish is complete w/homemade biscuits or toast and jam. My children who are not big fans of "grits" absolutely love this and so do I. Each time I make it, I substitute different types of cheese for a variety. I also use ground turkey sausage. It's reminiscent of those down home breakfasts with Grandma....
Girls Slumber Party

Tina Grimshaw from TAMPA, FL

I had an Adult slumber party ( Ladies Only ) and the next morning we had this.. It was GREAT & Easy, There was 16 of us and plenty to go around. A nice finish to a quality time spent with friends. It is a KEEPER.. Thanks
YUMMMOOO!!!!

CINDY IZAGUIRRE from LANCASTER, CA

SATURDAY MORNING,I DOWNLOAD IT, THIS RECIPE, I HAD SOME SPECIAL VISITORS, AND IT WAS A HIT. WE ALL LOVED IT.THANK YOU.
Grits and Sausage Bake

Jodi Bevevino from WARREN, PA

My whole family loved this recipe, which I made as the main dish for a relaxing week-end breakfast. And my husband doesn't even like grits! Very flavorful, hearty and satisfying. Easy to prepare, too. Just add a side dish of fruit and you have a great brunch.
Wonderful leftovers!

Kerry Conklin from Stamps, AR

I have made this dish for breakfast for my husband, and then turned around and warmed it up for my children for dinner. It warms up excellent and tastes just as good as it did when just made. My whole family loves the taste and I love how easy it is. Wonderful recipe!!
Grits and Sausage Bake

Bonnie Jones from ANDALUSIA, IL

I fixed this for breakfast yesterday. It is wonderful! I had enough to take my daughter and son-in-law a big dish . They loved as much as we did.
Awesome recipe!

Angela Brummel from PENSACOLA, FL

This was very good even though I omitted the garlic and hot sauce. We'll put it this way it didn't last long. I'll have to double the recipe next time.
Good for supper

Jan Wilkins from BLYTHEVILLE, AR

About 1 night a week I like to do "breakfast" for supper. This was an excellent meal. My hubby had to have his "buttermilk" with it!
Thank You!

Kelly Bennett from Galena, OH

Finally, something my entire family enjoyed! My child doesn't like grits or eggs but raved over this dish.
Substitutions

Betheia Morris from Fort Walton Beach, FL

This was good but just ok to my husband. So I tried it again. As I cooked the sausage {I subbed Hot sausage} I added a lg diced bell pepper and small onion. I had no garlic salt, so I added minced garlic from a jar to the grits, I had no hot sauce, so I used a 5- pepper spice that I use on a lot of thinga to give it some kick. My husband "loved" it Thanks for the original idea, just personalized a bit.
Great even as leftovers!

Christine Jones from Seattle, WA

I have served this for three years at our Christmas morning brunch. The first time I served it was to my family who had never tasted grits and they loved it. Leftovers reheat very nicely and make a great weekend snack.
This recipe is great !!!

Linda Randles from NORTH CANTON, OH

I surprised my husband with this one morning for breakfast. He loved it so well that now I'm making it at least twice a week. We love grits and sausage and they're both in this recipe. Thanks for sharing it.
Great Breakfast Casserole

REBECCA CONNELLY from Iowa City, IA

I've tried several variations of the "breakfast casserole" and I found this one to be a refreshing change. It was tastier than most and just as easy to prepare. I even loved it as a leftover for lunch. I also added celery to the recipe and it was even better.
Wonderful Side Dish

Peggy Short from Doran, VA

Fixed this for dinner today as a side dish. Was absolutely fantastic with ham, green beans, boiled red potatoes, and lettuce and onions. Very easy to make and was worth the time spent. Will fix again as a brunch dish.
Good Comfort Food

Stephanie from Greensboro, NC

This recipe that takes your favorite southern breakfast food and puts a twist on it. I used it for Sunday brunch and everyone loved it. Even the little ones! If you want a make ya' feel good, satisfying recipe, this is a great one.
WOW!!!

Lisa Lefebvre from MERRIMACK, NH

I have recently started to cook with grits! this recipe is not only easy, but YUMMY!!! My husband raved about it! that means that I will reccommend it to anyone not sure of how grits taste! It's definitely a keeper!
Good all-in-one meal

paula fellwock from RICHLAND CENTER, WI

This works well either for breakfast or Sunday supper. Pretty bland unless you add some hot sauce. I spread some salsa over the top before adding the final sprinkling of cheese for the last 10 minutes of baking, which gave it just the right amount of zing.
HUGE family hit!

Kate Cotten from FAIRVIEW, NC

This was SO easy- and SO good! My whole family loved it! This recipe fed 6 of us for a simple dinner. All the kids thought it was wonderful- and there are several picky eaters in the bunch. I did change it to cook the grits in milk.
Best grit recipe

Mabel Downey from HOPKINSVILLE, KY

I made this for breakfast this morning;it was good and easy. When my daughter comes home, I will make again, for her, as she loves cheese grits and this is better.
Great Breakfast Casserole

CRYSTAL HATFIELD from MISHAWAKA, IN

I love grits and this easy recipe makes them even more tasty. The sausage & milk are a great combination to the grits. Since this dish can be assembled the night before, it is perfect for busy schedules.
masculine

Rosemary Harris from WEIRTON, WV

this recipe was great for the men, the hot sauce was the key. i made this dish for my guys lunch, no one even asked what was in the dish. they just ate the whole thing.
grits and sausage bake

angie bruce from minot, ND

my brother and his family are comin home from tn and his wife grew up on this so i will be makin it for a breakfast for us
Grits and Sausage Bake

Jacqueline Byer from JOHNS ISLAND, SC

This is a perfect breakfast dish for family guests over Easter. Works great for those who want to eat early and for those who want to sleep in a later...the grits & sausage bake is really good at any temperature! Try substituting fried bacon for the grits.
Comfort Food

PATTI EVERETT from HOUSTON, TX

Family (southerners) and friends (transplanted mid-westerners) all loved this recipe.
Great Sunday night supper

frances couch from VIDALIA, LA

My husband and I love cheese-grits casserole, and adding the sausage made it a complete meal. I did use only half the sausage and it was great,,,just make toast and pour a tall glass of cold milk for a wonderful meal!!!
Great Grits

Barbara Stacy from OAK GROVE, LA

My southern family loved this recipe. I was really easy to make and great texture.
Almost as good as Dad's

CINDY JOHNSTON from MANCELONA, MI

This was a easy thing for me and my boys to do together. Plus It was good. It reminded me of the few breakfasts my Father made for us growing up.
Grits and Sausage Bake

jean adams from WAYCROSS, GA

I'm A Southern Girl And Was Raised on Grits And Eggs. You Can Bet This Recipe Caught My eye. It Was Super Delicious! My Family Thinks I'm The Greatest Cook! Thanks
DELCIOUSSSS

DAWNA GRAEFF from HAMPSHIRE, TN

I THOUGHT I WOULD GIVE THIS A TRY THE GRITZ AND SAUSAGE BAKE AND IT WAS TASTE FOOL AND GOOD WILL TRY THIS AGAIN
Grits and Sausage Bake

LORETTA BYERS from

This recipe looks easy and fast. Something that the whole family will like.
Grits and Sausage Bake

Joan Curtis from BAKERSFIELD, CA

I enjoyed this recipe because it made something different for breakfast. And it was easy to prepare. Very tasty.
Comfort Food!

Holly Dawson from FORKED RIVER, NJ

This was a perfect breakfast for a cold snowy day. Satisfying and delicious! My teen son INHALED this!
What a way to eat grits!

Dawn Riedel from Sagamore Hills, OH

I make it with Hot and Zesty Sausage for an extra "kick". It is a great Sunday brunch item!
pleasing to everyone

renee brower from BURLESON, TX

My husband loves grits and was raised on them; but i dont like them. I made this out of couriousity and i loved it; so did my kids. I also tried it with Cream of Wheat and it was good that way too!
Christmas success

LIZ CHILTON from

I used cubed ham instead of the sausage, it was wonderful and a huge hit. I did prepare it the night before and just popped in in the oven Christmas morning, perfect!
grits bake

PENNI FUENTES from HYATTSVILLE, MD

i never liked grits but these were pretty good
Great Breakfast!

BRITTANY NOBLE from UK

Great Breakfast, would be really good with canned green chillies and cilantro added to it, and fresh salsa on top!Recommended to anyone who likes grits.
Loved by the Office!!

Theresa McCoy from WEST MONROE, LA

I made this recipe and took it to the office and all the employees loved it!!! It was easy and delicious!!
Brunch Special

R. Salyers from New Philadelphia, OH

This was a good change from just sausage and grits.The people I served this to thought so as well. I really like grits, thank you!
GRITS and SAUSAGE BAKE

JO ANNE BACCI from GROVELAND, CA

BEING THE SOUTHERN GIRL THAT I AM THIS REALLY CAUGHT MY EYE. MY CALIFORNIA FAMILY REALLY LOVED IT
Grits & Sausage Bake

KAREN MARTIN from Pocahontas, TN

This was very good. The whole family enjoyed this dish.
Grits & Sausage Bake

jamie powell from cottonwood, AZ

Easy and versatile. Great for breakfast/brunch or dinner. Addition of fresh cilantro adds color and a little zing.
Great brunch dish!

Arleen Jacobson from Ponca City, OK

Our church had a brunch on July 4 so I took this dish and everyone raved about it. I have been asked for the recipe by many members of our congregation. It was a big hit!
Grits and sausage bake

Barbara Wright from Muskegon, MI

My husband loved this. It also makes a great brunch dish to bring along.
Quick and Easy Breakfast

Eric Harper from Decatur, GA

Great recipe to prepare the night before baking. This is wonderful for a large group or family brunch. Take out as soon as you awaken. By the time coffee is made and everyone is up the casserole can go into the oven and is ready within the hour. I added a cup of parmesean cheese to give an extra deep taste of richness.
Good

tricia schlueter from hemet, CA

Very good grits.
This is great!

Denise Stecko from Coral Springs, FL

I added 1/2 cup of chopped green pepper for more of a southwestern flavor. It was a hit!
Grits and Sausage Bake

Angela Johnson from Parkersburg, WV

This dish was good. I left out the hot pepper sauce, but the spices from the sausage made up for it.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe

Servings Per Recipe: 6

Calories: 567
Calories from Fat: 377
Total Fat: 41.9g (64% of DV)
Saturated Fat: 17.2g (86% of DV)
Cholesterol: 153mg (51% of DV)
Sodium: 826mg (33% of DV)
Carbohydrates: 21.1g (7% of DV)
Dietary Fiber: .5g (2% of DV)
Sugars: 0g
Protein: 26.1g
Vitamin A: 4% of DV
Vitamin C: 4% of DV
Calcium: 49% of DV
Iron: 16% of DV

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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