Enjoy this southern comfort dish for breakfast or supper.

Country Grits and Sausage

2 pounds sausage
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup grits
4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
4 large eggs
1 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt

1. In a skillet, cook sausage until browned; drain.
2. In a saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil; stir in grits. Return to a boil, reduce the heat, and cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. In a large bowl, combine the grits and shredded cheddar cheese; stir until the cheese is melted.
3. In a bowl, mix together eggs, milk, thyme, and garlic salt. Add a small amount of the hot grits to the egg mixture. Add egg mixture to the grits mixture in the saucepan. Add the cooked sausage, stirring well.
4. Pour grits mixture into a 8 x 8-inch baking dish. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Remove from the refrigerator and let stand for 15 minutes.
5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50 to 55 minutes.

Makes 6 servings.