Deep Fried Grit Cakes with Poached Eggs - Lucky 32

Ingredients

• grits into desired shape and set aside
• 2 ½ tbsp paprika
• 2 tbsp salt
• 2 tbsp garlic powder
• 3 tsp black pepper
• 3 tsp onion powder
• 3 tsp cayenne pepper
• 3 tsp oregano leaves
• 3 tsp thyme leaves
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ pound country ham cut into small pieces
• ¼ cup diced onions
• 1 tbsp butter
• 2 ¼ cups heavy cream
• ½ tsp fresh ground pepper
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 8 eggs
• 1 tbsp kosher salt
• 3 tbsp white vinegar
• 3 quarts water
• 1 pound yellow onions, ¼ inch julienne sliced
• ½ cup Texas Pete® Hot Sauce
• 1 cup Corn Flour Onion Dredge (see recipe)
• canola oil for frying