Name: Southern Brunch Puff
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 2 cups plus 1 tablespoon water, divided; 1/2 cup quick-cooking grits; 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded; 1/4 cup butter, cubed; 2 tablespoons prepared pesto; 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper, plus more to taste, divided; 1/2 pound bulk pork sausage; 1/4 cup sweet red pepper, finely chopped; 7 large eggs, divided; 1 (17.3-ounce) package of frozen puff pastry, thawed