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Cheese Grits With Ham

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Ingredients:

  • 3 cups water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup quick-cooking grits
  • 1/2 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup finely diced ham
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion
  • 2 eggs, separated
  • dash Tabasco sauce

Preparation:

Butter a deep 1 1/2-quart casserole and preheat oven to 375°.

In a medium saucepan, bring water and to a boil; stir in grits. Cook, stirring often, for about 5 minutes, or until thickened. Stir in the cheese, ham, green onion, egg yolks, and Tabasco sauce.

In a bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold into the grits mixture. Pour mixture into prepared casserole and bake for about 30 minutes, or until puffed up and golden brown. Serve immediately.
Serves 4.

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