3 c. water
1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 c. regular grits
1/4 c. (1/2 stick) butter
1/2 c. real bacon bits, optional
2 tsp. worcestershire sauce
pepper to taste
4 eggs, beaten
1/2 c. sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 c. Italian style dry bread crumbs
1 tsp. butter-flavored sprinkles

Preheat oven to 350°F. Microwave grits, water and salt for 2 minutes or until grits are thickened and tender. Add butter, bacon, sauce and pepper. Stir in eggs; scrape mixture into medium baking dish sprayed with nonstick spray. Sprinkle with cheese, bread crumbs and sprinkles.

Bake until puffy and golden brown, about 45 minutes.

Yield: 8 servings.