Twice-Baked Cheese Grits

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Bring water to a boil in a saucepan; add salt and grits.

Cook according to the package directions, for the minimum time recommended.

Remove from heat.

Stir in remaining ingredients except for 1/4 cup of cheese.

Pour into buttered 2 quart baking dish (I use a 9-inch fluted Pyrex dish with 2" sides) and top with remaining cheese.

Bake at 350°F for 1 hour.

Let cool, then refrigerate, covered with foil.

The next morning, bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.

If making the morning of, bake for a full 1 hour 15 minutes.