Best 9 Loaded Grits Breakfast Casserole Recipes

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Start your day with a hearty and flavorful breakfast casserole made with loaded grits. This Southern-inspired dish combines creamy grits with a variety of savory ingredients like cheese, bacon, sausage, and vegetables. The result is a casserole that is both comforting and satisfying, perfect for a weekend brunch or a special occasion. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of loaded grits breakfast casseroles to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs. Whether you prefer a classic combination of cheese and bacon or a more adventurous blend of flavors with roasted vegetables and spices, you'll find a recipe here that will tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

LOADED GRITS BREAKFAST CASSEROLE



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Bring a taste of the South to your table with this Loaded Grits Breakfast Casserole.

Provided by Foodtastic Mom

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 slices bacon (chopped)
1/2 sweet onion (chopped)
1/2 red pepper (seeded and chopped)
1/2 yellow pepper (seeded and chopped)
12 links turkey sausage (I use frozen)
3 cups water
1 tsp salt
1 cup course ground grits (I use Bob's Red Mill)
1 15 oz can creamed corn
4 tbsp butter (melted)
3 large eggs (beaten)
1/2 cup sour cream
8 oz shredded cheese, divided (Cheddar, Monterey Jack or your other favorite)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9 by 13 casserole dish and set aside.
  • In a large, non stick skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until about halfway done.
  • Add the onion and peppers and cook, stirring occasionally until the bacon is almost crisp and the vegetables are softened.
  • Microwave the sausage links and chop into small pieces. Add them to the skillet and cook until sausage is starting to brown and the bacon is cooked through. Remove the skillet from the heat.
  • In a saucepan, bring the water and salt to a boil. Whisk in the grits. Lower the heat to a simmer and cook the grits, whisking occasionally for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Whisk into the grits the butter, sour cream, creamed corn, beaten eggs and 1 cup of the shredded cheese.
  • Fold in the cooked bacon, sausage, onion and pepper mixture.
  • Spread the loaded grits into the prepared casserole dish. Top with the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese.
  • Bake uncovered for 35 - 40 minutes, or until the casserole is puffed and the top is browning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEESE GRITS & SAUSAGE BREAKFAST CASSEROLE



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I can't resist this breakfast casserole. It brings all of my favorites into one dish: creamy grits, tangy cheese, rich eggs and flavorful sausage. It's the perfect alternative to traditional breakfast casseroles. -Mandy Rivers, Lexington, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds bulk Italian sausage
2 cups water
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups quick-cooking grits
1 pound sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup 2% milk
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
6 large eggs, beaten
Paprika, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain., In a large saucepan, bring the water, broth and salt to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 5-7 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Add the cheese, milk, garlic powder and sage, stirring until cheese is melted. Stir in sausage and eggs. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with paprika if desired., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496 calories, Fat 35g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 201mg cholesterol, Sodium 1173mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

SOUTHERN GRITS CASSEROLE



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If you're from the South you will definitely love this recipe, which includes grits, eggs, sausage, and cheese. When I cook it, I place it in the slow cooker to stay warm. There is nothing worse than cold grits.

Provided by Ella Baldwin

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Grits

Time 1h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups water
2 cups uncooked grits
½ cup butter, divided
3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1 pound ground pork sausage
12 eggs
½ cup milk
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a large baking dish.
  • Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan, and stir in grits. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer about 5 minutes, until liquid has been absorbed. Mix in 1/2 the butter and 2 cups cheese until melted.
  • In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the sausage until evenly browned. Drain, and mix into the grits. Beat together the eggs and milk in a bowl, and pour into the skillet. Lightly scramble, then mix into the grits.
  • Pour the grits mixture into the prepared baking dish. Dot with remaining butter, and top with remaining cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 201.8 mg, Fat 29.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.5 g, Sodium 458.9 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

GRITS & BACON CASSEROLE



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A Mississippi home cook gave me her recipe for grits casserole. It baked like traditional custard. I garnish it with parsley, crumbled bacon and cheese. -Theresa Liguori, Elkridge, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4-1/2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup quick-cooking grits
8 large eggs
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 cup shredded Gouda cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, bring water, salt and pepper to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, covered, about 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Pour grits into a greased 2-1/2-qt. souffle dish; cool completely., In a large bowl, whisk eggs; pour over grits. Sprinkle with bacon and cheese., Place casserole in a larger baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan. Bake, covered, 45 minutes. Uncover; bake 30-40 minutes longer or until knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving. , Make-Ahead: Refrigerate unbaked casserole, covered, several hours or overnight. To use, preheat oven to 350°. Remove casserole from refrigerator while oven heats. Place casserole in a larger baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan. Bake, as directed, increasing time as necessary for a knife inserted in the center to come out clean. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving., ,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 210mg cholesterol, Sodium 480mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

EASY CHEESY LOADED GRITS



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A tasty bowl of grits inspired me to develop my own with sausage, green chilies and cheeses. It just might be better than the original. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound mild or spicy bulk pork sausage
1 small onion, chopped
4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup quick-cooking grits
3 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles
1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink, breaking up sausage into crumbles; drain., In a large saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, covered, about 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat., Add green chiles, 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, 3/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese, butter and pepper sauce; stir until cheese is melted. Stir in eggs, then sausage mixture., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with remaining cheeses; sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, until golden brown and set, 50-60 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 calories, Fat 28g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 116mg cholesterol, Sodium 839mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

LOADED BREAKFAST GRITS



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I wanted something that would be filling for breakfast at work one day, here is what I came up with.

Provided by MeShell

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 1 large bowl, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (1 ounce) packet quick-cooking grits
1/4 cup fat-free cheddar cheese
1/4 cup diced ham
1/2 cup Egg Beaters egg substitute
1 teaspoon diced red onion
2 teaspoons canned mushroom pieces

Steps:

  • saute onion in a small nonstick skillet until tender.
  • pour egg beaters in skillet with onion and scramble.
  • place mushrooms and ham in skillet also to heat through.
  • make packet of grits as instructed in the microwave.
  • sump mixture from skillet on top of grits in bowl.
  • top with cheese and stir to melt.
  • sprinkle eith salt and pepper if desired and ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.2, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 0.5, Carbohydrate 23, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.4, Protein 2.6

GRITS CASSEROLE



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Grits is a main ingredient for many Southern meals. I've had this recipe for years and never grow tired of it. It's especially good to serve on a lazy weekend, since leftover portions are very tasty served cold.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound bulk pork sausage
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup quick-cooking grits
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 cup whole milk
1/4 cup butter, softened

Steps:

  • Crumble sausage into a large skillet. Cook over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and set aside. In a saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat and cook 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot grits into the eggs; return all to the saucepan, stirring constantly. Add the sausage, 1 cup cheese, milk and butter, stirring until the butter is melted. , Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until the top begins to brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 20g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 133mg cholesterol, Sodium 602mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

LOADED GRITS BREAKFAST CASSEROLE



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This amazingly creamy casserole will convert even grit haters. The perfect comfort food, it is a fantastic for a holiday or special breakfast, brunch ot even dinner for a crowd. If you love shrimp and grits, add 1 lb of small cooked shrimp with the bacon and ham. Just devine!!

Provided by Robin Lieneke

Categories     Breakfast Casseroles

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb bacon
1 lb ham, sliced and cut in 1/2 in. pieces
4 c water
1 1/2 tsp chicken base
1/4 c butter (1/2 stick)
1 1/4 c quick cooking grits
8 oz cream cheese, softened
2 1/2 c sharp cheddar cheese
1 c milk
6 eggs, beaten
1 tsp garlic powder
2 scallions, thinly sliced
2 tsp chopped fresh parsley
3/4 tsp ground sage
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Cut bacon into one inch pieces and cook until crisp. Remove from pan and drain on paper towel. Remove all but 2 tbsp of drippings from pan. Add diced ham to pan and heat through in remaining drippings. Remove from pan and drain with bacon.
  • 2. Heat water, 1Tbsp. butter and chicken base to boiling. Add grits and reduce heat to medium. Cover and cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently until thick and creamy. Remove from heat and add remaining butter, cream cheese and 2 cups of the cheddar. Stir until completely combined.
  • 3. Stir in milk, garlic powder, sage, scallions and parsley. Add eggs and stir until smooth. Add in bacon, ham and salt/ pepper and stir to combine.
  • 4. Pour mixture into greased 9 x 13 pan. Top with remaining cheddar. Bake for 45-55 minutes. Let sit for 10-15 mins. before serving.

KISS MY GRITS CASSEROLE



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We Southerners love our grits. This is an easy delicious casserole that makes a good side dish for dinner, brunch, or breakfast.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups water
2 cups milk
1 envelope knorr leek soup mix
1 1/4 cups quick-cooking grits
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Spray a 1 1/2 quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, bring water and milk to a boil.
  • Add in the soup mix and whisk until blended.
  • Using a wooden spoon, slowly stir in grits; continue stirring until the consistency is smooth.
  • Cook and stir grits for 5 minutes or until they are thick and creamy.
  • Take saucepan from heat.
  • In a small saucepan or skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Saute/stir onion and garlic for 3-5 minutes or until they are softened.
  • Add onion-garlic mixture to grits; stir to combine.
  • Add eggs and cheese to grits; stir to combine.
  • Transfer mixture to baking dish.
  • Bake in a 350° oven for about 1 hour or until set.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, flavorful ingredients to elevate the dish's taste. Select ripe vegetables, herbs, and spices for maximum flavor.
  • Ensure the grits are cooked properly; creamy and tender grits are essential for a successful casserole. Follow the package instructions for cooking time and consistency.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the breakfast sausage. Overcrowding can prevent the sausage from browning evenly and result in a soggy texture.
  • Feel free to experiment with different cheeses. A blend of cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan provides a rich, cheesy flavor, but other options like Gouda, Gruyère, or Monterey Jack can also add unique tastes.
  • Don't skip the step of layering the casserole. This layering technique ensures even distribution of flavors and textures throughout the dish.
  • Bake the casserole until the top is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly. This indicates that the casserole is cooked through and ready to be enjoyed.

Conclusion:

Loaded grits breakfast casserole is a delectable and versatile dish that combines the comforting flavors of creamy grits, savory breakfast sausage, and a medley of vegetables, cheese, and spices. Its ease of preparation and customizable nature make it a perfect option for busy mornings or weekend brunches. With its hearty and satisfying taste, this casserole is sure to become a family favorite. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

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