I guess I was feeling southern this week because I feverishly searched out a recipe involving grits (call it “polenta” if you are feeling fancy),and in the end, my tummy was quite happy about the result of that quest!

• Chop and saute one package of smoked turkey sausage in olive oil.
• Once browned, add…
  • One bunch of green onions, chopped
  • 1/2 bulb of garlic, crushed
  • Place mixture in large mixing bowl
• In medium saucepan, heat 4 cups of milk to a simmer.
  • Stir in 1 1/2 cups of quick cooking grits.
  • Stir frequently for ten minutes
• Remove from heat and add…
  • 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 ounces Parmesan cheese
  • Hot sauce to taste (Sriracha, Tabasco, whatever)
  • Stir until cheese is melted
• Add grits to meat and cool for fifteen minutes before stirring in four beaten eggs.^
• Place entire mixture in greased 9 x 13 pan and refrigerate overnight.
• In the morning, bake on top rack at 400* for 30ish minutes, until set and browned.

Hello, delicious!!!!!!! I’m pretty sure I’d serve this “breakfast bake” any time of the day. I happened to pick out pepper jack turkey sausage which added an awesome spicy bite to the dish. Definitely let the casserole brown because the crispness of the topping was one of my favorite parts. I’m absolutely filing this away as “make again,” and I would totally serve it to guests! Very filling, very flavorful, and perfect size for sharing!

^Don’t skimp on the cooling time or you will inadvertently scramble the eggs!