Southern Grit Casserole | Cooking Professionally

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds smoked sausage, chopped
• 4 1/2 cups water
• 1/2 teaspoon table salt
• 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking grits
• 2 (8-ounce) blocks sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup milk
• 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 large eggs, lightly beaten