Grits and Sausage Bake 3 cups water 3/4 cup ALBERS® Quick Grits 2 cups (8 oz.) shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided 2/3 cup NESTLɮ CARNATION® Evaporated Milk 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (optional) 1 lb. bulk sausage, cooked and drained 2 large eggs, lightly beaten PREHEAT oven to 350°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, pepper and hot pepper sauce to grits; 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 additional 5 to 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden brown. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. NOTE: Batter can be made the day before; cover and refrigerate. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking. Makes 6 servings ____________________________________________________________ This recipe courtesy of Back of the Box Recipes. www.backofthebox.com Home Page This recipe used with permission from Nestle and www.verybestbaking.com.