Cheese Grits Casserole

3/4 cup ALBERS® Quick Grits

2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided

3/4 cup NESTL

1/3 cup butter or margarine, softened (we recommend LAND O LAKES® Butter)

2 large eggs, lightly beaten

6 to 12 drops hot pepper sauce

1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

375 F. Grease 2-quart baking dish.

5 to 6 minutes.

ADD 1 1/2 cups cheese, evaporated milk and butter to saucepan; stir until cheese and butter are melted. Add eggs, hot pepper sauce and pepper; stir well. Pour into prepared baking dish; sprinkle with remaining cheese.

40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown and puffy. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Makes 6 side-dish servings

This recipe used with permission from Nestle and www.verybestbaking.com .