Leftover Grits Casserole with Chives

2 cups leftover cheese grits

3 chopped scallions

1 cup egg substitute or three beaten eggs

1/4 cup chopped fresh chives

1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (reserve 1/2 cup)

1/4 cup bacon bits or three slices cooked bacon broken into pieces

Mix first three ingredients and stir in 1 and 1/4 cups of the cheese and the bacon bits. Spray casserole with non-stick spray or olive oil and pour grit mixture into casserole. Top with grated cheese and some additional chopped fresh chives. Bake in 350 degree oven about 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.