LE ANN RIMES' SOUTHERN-STYLE GRITS BAKE
Source of Recipe
LE ANN RIMES'
1 slice thick-cut bacon
1/2 C. finely chopped onion
2 1/2 C. fat-free or 1% milk
2/3 C. quick cooking grits
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 C. egg substitute or 3 eggs, beaten
2 T. pure maple syrup
2 T. chopped chives or green onion tops
Dice bacon; cook in a medium saucepan until crisp. Transfer bacon with slotted spoon to paper towel; set aside.
Cook onion in drippings over medium heat in saucepan 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add milk, grits and salt; bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Simmer 2 to 3 minutes or until think, stirring constantly.
Remove from heat; stir in syrup. Place egg substitute in a medium bowl. Gradually stir small amount of grits mixture into eggs; then stir the egg mixture back into remaining grits mixture. Pour into 1-quart soufflé or round baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
Bake in 375° oven 35 to 40 minutes or until puffed and center is set. Sprinkle with reserved bacon and chives. Serve warm. Makes 4 servings
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