Savory Ham and Swiss Breakfast Pie

By mamacook1

Easily made ahead.

Ingredients

• 1 2/3 c water
• 1 c whipping cream
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbs butter
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 2/3 uncooked quick cook grits
• 1 1/4 c (5oz) shredded swiss cheese, divided
• 8 large eggs, divided
• 1/2 # cooked ham, diced
• 4 green onions, chopped
• 1/2 c milk
• Garnish: chives

Details

Servings 8

Preparation

Step 1

Bring first 6 ingredients to a boil and gradually add grits. cook 5-7 minutes, whisking occasionally. Add 1/2 c cheese stirring until cheese melts. Remover from heat and let stand for 10 minutes
Lightly beat 2 eggs and stir into grit mixture. Pour into lightly greased casserole dish.
Bake 350* for 20 minutes. Remove from oven. Increase oven temperature to 400*
Saute ham and onions until onion is tender. Layer this mix over grits. Whisk together milk and remaining 6 eggs. Pour over ham. Sprinkle with last 3/4 c cheese. Bake at 400* for 35 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting. Garnish if desired.