Cheesy Grits
Ingredients
2 C. water
1/2 C. quick grits
3/4 C. shredded, reduced fat cheddar cheese
1 Tbsp. reduced fat margarine
2 Tbsp. chopped green chilies, or picante sauce
1 egg, separated
1/4 C. skim milk
nonstick cooking spray
Cooking Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Bring water to boil in heavy saucepan. Stir in grits. Return to boil, then reduce heat, partially cover, and cook for 5 minutes. Stir occasionally. Add cheese a little at a time until it melts. Add margarine and chilies. Stir well. Beat egg yolk with milk and stir into grits. Whip egg white until stiff and fold into grits. Pour into a 5 by 5 inch casserole dish sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Bake 45 minutes until a knife inserted comes out clean. Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes before cutting.
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