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Ingredients

  • 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup raw grits
  • 4 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 pinch cayenne
  • 1/2 cup butter (4 ounces)
  • 4 eggs, separated

Method

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Grease a 2 quart souffle dish well and sprinkle 2 tablespoons of the cheese around the sides and bottom of the dish.
  • Cook the grits in the milk with the salt until done. Add the pepper, cayenne, butter, cheese, and egg yolks to the grits. Stir well and let cool.
  • Whip the egg whites until stiff and carefully fold into the grits mixture.
  • Pour into the prepared souffle dish and bake for 20 to 30 minutes. Serve right away!