Garlic Cheese Grits

1 cup grits ( not instant)
4 cups water
1 tsp salt
6 tbsp butter
6 oz. grated cheddar cheese
2 cloves minced garlic
1 egg slightly beaten
3/4 cup milk
2tsp hot sauce ( Franks or Crystal )
Extra grated cheese

Slowly stir grits into boiling salted water. Reduce heat, cover cook 7-10 minutes, stirring often.Add garlic.  Remove from heat and stir in butter, then cheese.  Mix together egg, milk, hot sauce and add to grits. Stir well. Pour into buttered casserole. Top with grated cheese. Bake one hour at 350 degrees. Let rest 20 minutes
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