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How to Make Grits
Learn how to make perfect grits with this easy, creamy Southern recipe. Enjoy them savory or sweet with your favorite toppings. Ready in just 30 minutes!
Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
27 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 246 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 3 cups water
- 3 cups milk
- ¼ cup butter
- 1 ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups quick grits
- 1 cup cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot add water, milk, butter, and salt. Bring to a low boil over medium-high heat while stirring frequently.
- Slowly pour in the grits while stirring constantly with a whisk. Turn heat to low and continue to whisk for one minute.
- Cover the pan with a lid and stir well every 4 to 5 minutes. Be sure to scrape all along the bottom of the pot to prevent the grits from sticking or burning.
- The grits are done when they reach a thick creamy consistency, it should take 25 to 30 minutes.
- Pour grits into a serving bowl and top with a slice of butter while hot.
Cup of Yum
Cheese Grits (Optional)
- Stir in a cup of your favorite kind of cheese when the grits are completely cooked and still hot.
Nutrition Information
Calories
246kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
35g
(12%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
9g
(14%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
26mg
(9%)
Sodium
901mg
(38%)
Potassium
233mg
(7%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
468IU
(9%)
Calcium
155mg
(16%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 246
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 246kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 901mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 233mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 468IU | 9% |
| Calcium | 155mg | 16% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.