Hearty Breakfast Grits Casserole: A Great American Recipe…

Ingredients

• 1 cup stone-ground grits
• 4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 pound breakfast sausage, preferably spicy
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced