Directions:

Bring water to a boil; stir in grits. Return to boil; reduce heat to low, cook 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add cheese, stirring until melted.

Combine eggs, milk, thyme and garlic powder; stir well. Gradually stir about 1/4 hot grits mixture into egg mixture, add to remaining hot mixture, stirring constantly. Stir in cooked sausage. Pour into an 11 x 7 x 1 1/2- inch baking pan sprayed with nonstick spray. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Bake uncovered at 350 degrees F for 50 minutes or until set. Garnish with chopped parsley.