Southwestern Grits

Ingredients:

• 6 cups boiling water
• 1 ½ cups grits
• 1 pound pasteurized processed cheese
• 2 sticks butter
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
• 1 can chopped green chiles
• 3 eggs, well-beaten

Directions:

1. Add grits to boiling water and cook 4-5 minutes, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened.
2. Add cheese, butter, salt, garlic powder, parsley, chiles and eggs. Combine well.
3. Pour mixture into 13×9-inch casserole dish and bake 45 minutes or until slightly set.
4. Try adding shrimp for a variation!