1 lb. pork sausage
3 c. hot cooked grits
2 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
3 tbsp. butter
3 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 c. milk
Pimento strips (optional)
Parsley (optional)

Cook sausage until browned in a heavy skillet; drain well. Spoon into a lightly greased 13x9x2 baking dish. Combine hot grits, cheese and butter. Stir until cheese and butter melt.

Combine eggs and milk; stir into grits. Pour into casserole over sausage. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour. Garnish with pimento strips and parsley, if desired. Serves 15.

Note: This casserole can be made the night before.