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Cheese Grits

An easy cheese grits recipe that's thick, creamy and absolutely delicious!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 389 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Breakfast , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups milk (I use 2%)
  • 1 cup stone-ground grits
  • 1 cup (4 ounces) grated cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • kosher salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

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  1. In a large saucepan, bring broth and milk to a boil over medium-high heat. Whisk in the grits; season with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook (whisking often) until the liquid is absorbed, about 35-40 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat, stir in cheese and butter. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper, if necessary.

Notes

  • Cook over very low heat and stir frequently so that your grits don't clump together or stick to the bottom of the pot.
  • Garnish the cheese grits with additional toppings for even more flavor. Try herbs such as parsley or chives, crispy crumbled bacon, additional cheese, another pat of butter, or a drizzle of hot sauce.
  • Serve the grits immediately, while they're still warm.
  • These grits are nice and thick. If you like a thinner consistency, whisk in extra broth or milk.
  • Add salt and pepper to the liquid right when you add the grits so that the grits absorb the seasoning as they cook.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1heaping cup Calories 389kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 38g (13%) Protein 15g (30%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Cholesterol 57mg (19%) Sodium 708mg (30%) Potassium 336mg (10%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 739IU (15%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 349mg (35%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 389

% Daily Value*

Serving 1heaping cup
Calories 389kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 38g 13%
Protein 15g 30%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Cholesterol 57mg 19%
Sodium 708mg 30%
Potassium 336mg 7%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 739IU 15%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 349mg 35%
Iron 1mg 6%

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