Southern Cheese Grits Casserole

In our geography studies this year, Jeff will be preparing recipes from a variety of countries around the world. His first entry is below, a favorite of the southern states of the USA.

Southern Cheese Grits Casserole

Ingredients:
6 cups water
2 1/2 t. salt
1 1/2 c. quick-cooking grits
1/2 c. butter
1 cup cheddar cheese
3 eggs, separated
paprika

Directions:
Combine the water and salt in a 4-qt. Dutch oven. Boil water and stir the grits in slowly. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in butter and cheese until melted. Stir in the eggs yolks; beat egg whites until stiff; fold into the cheese mixture and pout into a greased, 3 qt. casserole dish. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake at 350 for 30-40 minutes. Serves about 12.