Grits Recipe

Perfectly creamy and cheesy these Southern Cheese Grits are a classic. Perfect as a side dish, loaded up as a main dish, or served as breakfast! Learn how to make grits like a pro with all the tips and tricks to make these flavorful, creamy and smooth.

Grits are a classic southern dish. Made from corn that has been ground into coarse meal. They are traditionally boiled and mixed with milk and butter,. This is a traditional breakfast in the south!

You will see people making them a variety of ways, from simple with nothing but a bit of milk and butter, to grits loaded with cheese and topped with bacon, ham, sausage and a poached egg. Try this Shrimp and Grits recipe if you need an idea on how to serve them! Or you can also go a sweeter route and mix with cinnamon or maple syrup and top with granola.

How to Make Grits (Creamy Southern Style)

Every Southern cook knows how to make Grits, and now you can too! This widely popular dish can be enjoyed for breakfast or dinner and made sweet or savory.

Prep: 2min

Total: 27min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 246 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 9 g, Saturated Fat 6 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 26 mg, Sodium 901 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 7 g, unSaturated Fat 3 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 3 cups water
• 3 cups milk
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups quick grits
• 1 cup cheese ((optional))

Instruction:

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Cheese Grits

Whisk butter, whole milk and sharp cheddar together with ground cornmeal for Alton Brown’s creamy Cheese Grits recipe from Good Eats on Food Network.

Prep: 0 5min0

Total: 0 35min0

Yield: 4 servings

Serving Size: 1 of 4 servings

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 of 4 servings, calories 438, Fat 26g, Saturated Fat 15g, Carbohydrate 38g, Fiber 2g, Sugar 7g, Protein 14g, Cholesterol 71mg, Sodium 750mg

Ingredients:

• 2 cups whole milk
• 2 cups water
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 cup coarse ground cornmeal
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 ounces sharp Cheddar, shredded

Instruction:

1. Place the milk, water, and salt into a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Once the milk mixture comes to a boil, gradually add the cornmeal while continually whisking. Once all of the cornmeal has been incorporated, decrease the heat to low and cover. Remove lid and whisk frequently, every 3 to 4 minutes, to prevent grits from sticking or forming lumps; make sure to get into corners of pot when whisking. Cook for 20 to 25 minutes or until mixture is creamy.
2. Remove from the heat, add the pepper and butter, and whisk to combine. Once the butter is melted, gradually whisk in the cheese a little at a time. Serve immediately.

Cheese Grits

Cheese Grits. Perfectly creamy and cheesy grits. This Southern classic is perfect as a side dish, loaded up as a main dish, or served as breakfast!

Prep: 5min

Yield: 6

Serving Size: 1

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1, calories 185 kcal, Sugar 8 g, Sodium 274 mg, Fat 4 g, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 7 g, Cholesterol 17 mg

Ingredients:

• 2 cups chicken broth (unsalted)
• 2 cups milk
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup quick grits (or substitute with other grits just read above to be able to adjust cooking time)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
• pads of butter
• black pepper
• extra shredded cheese

Instruction:

1. Combine the chicken broth and milk in a medium size saucepan. Heat over medium heat. Bring to a simmer.
2. Stir in the salt. Then add the grits slowly while stirring. Stir until all grits are well mixed.
3. Cover and reduce heat to low for 3-4 minutes. Remove the lid and stir the grits. Continue stirring while cooking over low for an additional 1-2 minutes. The grits will be tender when done cooking.
4. Turn the heat off. Add in the butter and cheese. Stir until well mixed.
5. Serve immediately. Top with additional shredded cheese, butter and fresh pepper if desired.

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