Grits Au Gratin
["1 c. grits", "4 c. water", "1 1/2 tsp. salt", "2 eggs", "1 1/2 c. sharp Cheddar, grated", "1/3 c. margarine", "1 to 2 cloves garlic, crushed", "dash of hot sauce"]
["Preheat oven to 350\u00b0.", "Bring salted water to boil; slowly stir in grits.", "Cover, reduce heat and cook, stirring occasionally until liquid is absorbed, according to package instructions.", "Remove from heat.", "Whisk eggs slightly; then stir in small amount of grits to warm them.", "Beat egg mixture into grits.", "Stir in remaining ingredients, mixing well.", "Pour grits mixture into greased 1 1/2 quart casserole.", "Bake for 30 to 45 minutes.", "Serves 6."]
["grits", "water", "salt", "eggs", "Cheddar", "margarine", "garlic", "hot sauce"]