Southern Grits Casserole with Red Pepper Relish
Recipe from Better Homes and Gardens

Sauteed and seasoned red sweet peppers make a tangy relish for traditional grits.


Southern Grits Casserole with Red Pepper Relish

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Servings: Makes 4 servings.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
Related Categories: Casseroles, Peppers
 
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Ingredients
  • 4  cups
    water
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  • 1  cup
    quick-cooking grits
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  • 4 
    beaten eggs
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  • 2  cups
    shredded cheddar cheese (8 ounces)
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  • 1/2  cup
    milk
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  • 2 
    green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
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  • 1 to 2 
    jalapeno peppers, seeded (if desired) and chopped
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  • 1/2  teaspoon
    garlic salt
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  • 1/4  teaspoon
    white pepper
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    Sliced green onion (optional)
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  • 2  medium
    red sweet peppers, chopped (2 cups)
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  • 1  small
    red onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
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  • 2  cloves
    garlic, minced
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  • 1  tablespoon
    margarine or butter
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  • 1/3  cup
    snipped parsley
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  • 1  tablespoon
    white wine vinegar
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Directions
1.
In a large saucepan bring water to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Gradually stir about 1 cup of the hot mixture into the eggs. Return to saucepan. Stir in cheese, milk, green onion, jalapeno peppers, garlic salt, and white pepper.
2.
Spoon grits mixture into a 2-quart casserole. Bake, uncovered, in a 350 degree F oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. If desired, sprinkle with additional green onion.
3.
Meanwhile, for relish, in a medium saucepan cook red peppers, red onion, and garlic in hot margarine or butter until peppers are just tender. Remove from heat and stir in parsley and vinegar. Let stand at room temperature at least 30 minutes. Serve with grits. Makes 4 servings.

Make-Ahead Tip
Prepare relish; cover and chill up to 8 hours. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition information
Calories 403, Total Fat 27 g, Saturated Fat 14 g, Cholesterol 275 mg, Sodium 731 mg, Carbohydrate 16 g, Protein 23 g. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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