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Preheat oven to 350. Grease 1 1/2 quart round casserole or souffle dish.
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Cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat; about 7 minutes. Remove bacon to paper towel; set aside. Reserve 2 tablespoons bacon drippings.
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Combine milk through salt in medium sauce pan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently. Simmer 2-3 minutes or until mixture thickens; stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in syrup and reserved bacon drippings.
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Crumble bacon and add to grits mixture.
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Beat eggs in medium bowl. Gradually stir small amount of grits mixture into eggs, then stir back ito remaining grits mixture. Pour into prepared casserole.
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Bake 1 hour and 20 minutes. Serve immediately with additional maple syrup and fruit.
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Note: Puff will fall slightly after removing from oven.