Breakfast Cheese Grits

5 cups water
1½ cups uncooked quick grits
¼ cup butter
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
5 eggs
½ cup water
salt and pepper to taste

Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan, and stir in grits. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer about 5 minutes, until liquid has been absorbed. Stir in the butter and 2 cups cheese until melted.

Beat the eggs and water in a bowl, and pour into the skillet. Lightly scramble, then stir the eggs into the grits.

Pour the grits mixture into a greased or lined slow cooker to keep warm.

Sometimes I will add cubed ham to the grits or serve sausage patties.