Cheese Grits Hotter

1 c Grits

4 c ;water

2 Garlic clove; pressed

1/4 lb Butter

1/2 lb Cheddar; grated

3 Egg

Salt; to taste Pepper; to taste Parmesan Paprika Jalapeno pepper; (opt) Cook grits in water seasoned with garlic and salt according to package. Remove from heat. Add butter and stir to dissolve. Add Cheddar chese, holding back a good handful to garnish. Now add eggs and mix completely. Salt and pepper to taste. Place in a buttered 2-quart baking pan. Sprinkle remaining Cheddar on top. Sprinkle top

with a generous amount of Parmesan, dust with paprika, garnish with jalapenos and bake, uncovered, in a 300 degree oven for 45 minutes.