Baked Cheese Grits
["3 c. water", "3/4 c. grits, uncooked", "1/4 tsp. salt (optional)", "1 c. (4 oz.) shredded Cheddar cheese", "2 Tbsp. margarine", "1/8 tsp. garlic powder (optional)", "dash of red pepper sauce or ground red pepper (optional)", "1 egg, beaten"]
["Heat oven to 350\u00b0.", "Grease 1 1/2-quart casserole or baking dish.", "Slowly stir grits and salt into brisk boiling water. Reduce heat to medium-low and cover.", "Cook 5 to 7 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.", "Remove from heat.", "Add small amount of grits to beaten egg.", "Return grits to mixture in pan. Add remaining ingredients.", "Cook over low heat an additional minute or until cheese is melted.", "Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until top is set and lightly puffed.", "Let stand 5 minutes before serving.", "Makes 4 to 6 servings."]
["water", "grits", "salt", "Cheddar cheese", "margarine", "garlic", "red pepper", "egg"]