Ham & Cheese Grits Soufflé Recipe: A Southern Comfort Classic

INGREDIENTS

3 cups water 3/4 cup quick-cooking grits 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese 2 ounces ham, finely chopped 2 tablespoons minced chives 2 eggs, separated Dash hot pepper sauce

PREPARATION:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease 1-1/2-quart soufflé dish or deep casserole.
2. Bring water to a boil in medium saucepan. Stir in grits and salt. Cook, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cheese, ham, chives, egg yolks and hot pepper sauce.
3. Beat egg whites in small clean bowl until stiff but not dry; fold into grits mixture. Pour into prepared dish. Bake about 30 minutes or until puffed and golden. Serve immediately.

This recipe appears in: Southern