Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 60 minutes
Serves: 6 Ingredients 3/4 cup grits, cooked with water 6 fluid ounces evaporated skim milk, canned 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, low-fat 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce 6 ounces ham, lean, reduced sodium 3/4 cup liquid-egg substitute
Preparation - Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Lightly spray an 8 x 8-inch baking pan/dish with cooking spray.
- Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan; slowly stir in grits. Cover; reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes. Add 1 cup of the cheese, evaporated milk, garlic powder, pepper and hot pepper sauce to grits; stir until cheese is melted.
- Add ham (diced) and egg substitute; stir well. Pour into prepared baking dish. Bake for 50 minutes. Top with remaining 1/2 cup of cheese.
- Bake for an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden brown. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve with fresh fruit topped with slivered almonds, if desired.
- NOTE: Batter may be made the day before; cover and refrigerate. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
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