Cheesy Grits

Cheesy Grits

3 cups water

¾ teaspoon salt

1 cup Jim Dandy® Quick Grits

1 ½  cups (6 oz.) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided

½  cup butter

1/3 cup milk

3 large eggs, beaten

¼  teaspoon ground red pepper

HEAT oven to 350°F. Spray 2-quart casserole with no-stick cooking spray. Combine water and salt in large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Gradually stir in grits. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook 7 to 9 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.  REMOVE from heat. Add 1 1/4 cups cheese and butter; stir until melted. Add milk, eggs and pepper; mix well. Pour mixture into prepared casserole. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese. Bake 40 to 50 minutes or until set and golden brown. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.