Welcome to 30 Days of Grits, Day 21!

Today’s recipe for Garlic Grits comes from  Mrs. Erich W. Merrill of Memphis:

1 cup grits

1/2 tsp salt

4 cups boiling water

1 1/2 cups grated extra sharp Cheddar cheese

1/2 cup butter, melted

1/2 cup milk

2 eggs, well-beaten

1 small clove garlic, minced

2 Tbsp butter

Add grits and salt to boiling water and cook 2 1/2-5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and add cheese, melted butter, milk,eggs and garlic. Stir to mix well.

Melt remaining 2 Tbsp butter in large baking dish and spread evenly. Pour grits mixture into buttered baking dish and bake 1 hour at 350 degrees.

Serves 8 to 10

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