Sausage and Grits Breakfast Casserole

Grits have long anchored Southern breakfast tables, turning humble corn into something creamy and comforting. This bake folds crumbled sausage, eggs, and cheddar into warm grits for a make-ahead casserole that feeds a hungry brunch crowd.

Serves 8 · 20 min prep · 40 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 280 cal
• 12g protein
• 24g carbs
• 8g fat
• 2g fiber

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Ingredients

• 4 cups stone-ground or quick grits, cookedPantry
• 1 lb breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbledMeat
• 4 eggsDairy
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, shreddedDairy
• 1/2 cup milkDairy
• 1/4 cup green onions, slicedProduce
• to taste hot sauce optionalPantry
• to taste salt and pepperSpices

Instructions

1. 1Heat oven to 350°F. Combine warm grits, sausage, eggs, milk, cheese, green onions, salt, and pepper.
2. 2Pour into a greased 9x13-inch dish; top with remaining cheese.
3. 3Bake 35–40 minutes until set and lightly browned.
4. 4Rest 5 minutes; serve with hot sauce.