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Cheddar Grits

Creamy Cheese Grits are the perfect addition to any breakfast, lunch or dinner. Make the perfect consistency and taste every time!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 309 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
  • 1 cup fine quick-cooking grits (not instant)
  • 1 1/4 cups half and half
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese , grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup scallions , chopped, for garnish
  • sharp cheddar cheese for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large, heavy bottom saucepan.
  2. Add the Kosher salt and then slowly add the quick cooking grits, stirring constantly. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the grits thicken, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the half-and-half and butter to the grits. The mixture will thicken as it cooks. Bring back up to a low simmer.
  4. Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low for 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Take the saucepan off the heat and fold in the cheddar cheese.
  6. Garnish with additional grated cheddar cheese and scallions.
  7. If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.

Nutrition Information

Calories 309kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Cholesterol 58mg (19%) Sodium 972mg (41%) Potassium 128mg (4%) Vitamin A 635IU (13%) Vitamin C 0.4mg (0%) Calcium 257mg (26%) Iron 0.5mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 309

% Daily Value*

Calories 309kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 23g 8%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Cholesterol 58mg 19%
Sodium 972mg 41%
Potassium 128mg 3%
Vitamin A 635IU 13%
Vitamin C 0.4mg 0%
Calcium 257mg 26%
Iron 0.5mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.