Cheese Grits

Adapted from Today Show recipe

Ingredients
4 cups boiling water
1 cup quick-cooking grits
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons butter or margarine
1.5 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
1.25 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon vegetarian broth
1 egg, beaten



Preparation

Combine the boiling water, grits and salt in a saucepan; mix well.

Cook, covered, over low heat for 5 minutes or until most of the water is absorbed. Stir in the butter, worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, 1 cup of the cheese and broth. Fold in the egg until mixed.

Spoon into a greased 2 1/2 - quart baking dish; sprinkle with the remaining cheese.

Bake at 300 degrees for 1 hour or until bubbly.

Note: This may be prepared 1 day in advance and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature and bake just before serving.