CHEESY BACON AND HAM CASSEROLE

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Serving Size : 8
Preparation Time: 0:00
Categories : Breakfast Casseroles

1/2 pound bacon
1/2 pound ham — chopped and cooked
3/4 cup quick cooking grits
1 16 oz. loaf prepared pasteurized cheese product, — cubed
1/4 cup butter
6 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Cook bacon in a large skillet until crisp; remove bacon, and drain on paper towels, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings in skillet, Crumble bacon, and set aside.
Cook ham in reserved drippings in skillet over medium heat until browned.
Cook grits according to package directions. Remove from heat; stir in cheese and butter until melted. Stir in bacon, ham, eggs, and remaining ingredients. Pour into a lightly greased 13 x 9 inch baking dish.
Bake at 350° for 45 minutes or until set.


Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 332 Calories; 27g Fat (74.0% calories from fat); 19g Protein; 2g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber; 217mg Cholesterol; 1067mg Sodium. Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 2 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 Non-Fat Milk; 3 1/2 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

NOTES: Southern Living. Casserole may be prepared a day ahead; cover and chill. Remove from refrigerator the following day, and let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Bake as directed.