Sausage Grits Casserole

Dive into pure Southern comfort with this irresistible Sausage Grits Casserole, a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. Featuring savory ground breakfast sausage, creamy quick-cooking grits, and melted cheddar cheese, this casserole is a satisfying balance of rich, cheesy goodness and warm, spiced flavors. Elevated with a touch of paprika and black pepper, and bound together with a luscious milk and egg mixture, every bite delivers a soul-warming experience. With just 20 minutes of prep and a bubbling 45-minute bake, this crowd-pleasing recipe is easy to make ahead for gatherings or weekday meals. Serve it straight from the oven for a golden, cheesy top layer that everyone will love. Perfect for holiday mornings, potlucks, or cozy family breakfasts, this dish is a guaranteed hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
• 1 cup quick-cooking grits
• 4 cups water
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1.5 cups milk
• 3 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground breakfast sausage, breaking it into small crumbles. Once fully cooked, drain off any excess grease and set the sausage aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water and 0.5 teaspoon of salt to a boil. Slowly stir in the quick-cooking grits and reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the grits are thick and smooth.

Step 4

Remove the grits from the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, butter, and cooked sausage until well combined and the cheese has melted.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, black pepper, and paprika until fully combined.

Step 6

Gradually stir the milk and egg mixture into the grits mixture until well incorporated.

Step 7

Pour the grits mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the surface with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the casserole is set and golden brown on top.

Step 9

Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Slice into portions and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2411.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3923.8

Total Fat 264.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 119.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1213.4mg	0%
Sodium 7009.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 213.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.0g	0%
Total Sugars 19.6g
Protein 160.1g	0%

Vitamin D 284.0IU	0%
Calcium 2395.8mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 2316.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.4%

Protein: 16.5%

Carbs: 22.0%