Cheddar Parmesan Grits Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 cup white lily quick-cooking grits or another quick-cooking grits
• 4 1/2 cups water
• 1/4 cup margarine or butter
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup milk or cream
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)

Directions

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   preheat oven to 350. spray a 9 by 13 inch casserole dish with nonstick spray. bring water and butter to a boil, stir in grits. return to a boil, reduce heat to medium low. cover and simmer 9 to 12 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Cool slightly. add remaining ingredients to grits. spread evenly in prepared pan. bake 30 to 40 minutes or until center is firm.