Spring Spinach and Goat Cheese Stuffed Grits

This is a perfect brunch dish, especially since it can be made ahead of time. Creamy ricotta is mixed with tangy goat cheese and pesto to create the perfect filling for the grits.

Grits:
4 c. water
1 1/4 c. stone-ground yellow or white grits, coarse cornmeal, or polenta
1 t. salt
2 T. olive oil

Filling:
1 c. chopped frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry to yield about 1/2 c. chopped spinach
1/2 c. whole milk ricotta cheese
1/2 c. fresh goat cheese
1 egg
1/4 t. salt
1 T. basil pesto
2 scallions, white and light green parts, chopped or a handful of chives, chopped
1 c. grated mozzarella cheese

Garnish:
2 scallions or a handful of chives, finely sliced
Parmigiano-Reggiano, for sprinkling
1-2 eggs per person

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