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Cheesy Cheddar Grits recipe
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Cheesy Cheddar Grits

Course Appetizer, Breakfast, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Southern
Keyword cheesy-cheddar-grits, cheesy-grits-recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 442kcal
Author Melissa Sperka

Ingredients

  • 5 cups whole milk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 1/4 cup quick cooking grits [not instant]
  • 2 Tbsp salted butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half and half
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese plus additional for garnishing

Instructions

  • In a heavy bottomed saucepan, gently bring the milk and salt to a boil stirring constantly. Whisk the grits into the milk in a steady stream.
  • Continue to whisk for 1-2 minutes until fully incorporated. Immediately lower the heat to low and cover.
  • Allow the grits to gently bubble on low heat for 15 minutes stirring periodically to prevent sticking.
  • Uncover and check the consistency at 15 minutes. Add more milk or water to thin, if needed. Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes. The grits should be thickened and creamy the consistency of porridge.
  • Add 2 tablespoons of butter and 1/2 cup cream or half and half at the end of cooking. Stir until the butter has completely melted.
  • Remove from the heat and mix-in the shredded cheddar cheese, stir until melted.
  • Serve immediately with additional shredded cheese on top, if desired.

Notes

You can lighten-up these grits by using light butter and low fat half and half.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 442kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 751mg | Potassium: 378mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 895IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 525mg | Iron: 1mg