Backyard's Jalapeno Cheese Grits Recipe
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 2 quart water
- 12 ounce quick grits
- 1/2 lb butter
- 2 x jalapenos, diced, remove seeds for sissies.
- 1 med red bell pepper, diced
- 1 med poblano pepper, diced
- 1 med onion, diced
- 1/2 lb cheddar cheese, grated
- 1/2 lb monteray jack, grated
- 4 x Large eggs, beaten salt, to taste
Directions
- Bring water to a boil. Add in grits and simmer for 5 min. (For thinner grits, add in more water.) Set aside. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium high heat; add in peppers and onion. Saute/fry till tender, about 5 min. Add in to grits, along with cheeses. Add in Large eggs and season with salt. Pour into a 2-qt casserole and chill till ready to cook. Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 25 min, or possibly till set. Serve immediately.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 388g | |
| Recipe makes 8 servings | |
| Calories 520 | |
| Calories from Fat 312 | 60% |
| Total Fat 35.42g | 44% |
| Saturated Fat 21.39g | 86% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 195mg | 65% |
| Sodium 385mg | 16% |
| Potassium 177mg | 5% |
| Total Carbs 36.5g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.2g | 4% |
| Sugars 1.77g | 1% |
| Protein 14.44g | 23% |
