Instructions

1. Bring water to boil; stir in grits. Return to boil; reduce heat to low, and cook 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Add cheese, stirring until melted.
3. Combine eggs, milk, thyme and garlic powder; stir well.
4. Gradually stir about one-fourth of hot grits mixture into egg mixture; add to remaining hot mixture, stirring constantly.
5. Stir in sausage.
6. Pour into a lightly greased 11 x 7-inch baking dish.
7. At this point, you can refrigerate for up to 8 hours.
8. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 50 minutes or until set.
9. Garnish, if desired.

Yields 6 to 8 servings.