Spinach soufflé, pork sausage, grits and cheddar cheese are deliciously combined in this hearty casserole.

Baked Cheese and Spinach Grits

1 (12-ounce) package frozen spinach soufflé
1 pound ground pork sausage
1 small onion, diced
2 large eggs
4 cups water
1 cup uncooked quick cooking grits
3 1/2 cups (14 ounces) shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese - divided use
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
Vegetable cooking spray

1. Cook spinach souffle in microwave at MEDIUM (50% power) 6 to 7 minutes or just until thawed.
2. Cook ground sausage and onion in a large skillet over medium-high heat 6 to 8 minutes, stirring until sausage crumbles and is no longer pink. Drain well on paper towels.
3. Stir together spinach souffle and eggs until blended. Set aside.
4. Bring 4 cups water to a boil in a large saucepan; gradually stir in grits. Return to a boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until grits are thickened. Stir in 3 cups shredded cheese and garlic salt. Stir one-fourth hot mixture into spinach mixture; add to remaining hot mixture, stirring constantly. Stir in sausage mixture. Pour mixture into an 11 x 7-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 55 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese, and bake 5 more minutes or until set. Let stand 10 minutes.

Makes 6 servings.

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