The Best Southern Cheese Grits

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    280 kcal

  • Course

    Breakfast

  • Cuisine

    American

The Best Southern Cheese Grits

Classic Southern Cheese Grits go with any meal from breakfast to supper and are fabulous with anything from chicken to fried fish to shrimp.

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Ingredients

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  • 2 ⅔ cups water
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • cup grits stone-ground, quick cooking, or regular
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 5 ounces sharp cheddar cheese grated
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Instructions

  1. Bring the water, butter and salt to a boil in a small saucepan.
  2. Add the grits to the boiling water using a whisk.
  3. Cover the pot, lower the heat to a simmer and cook the grits according to the package directions.
  4. When the grits are done, stir in the black pepper and garlic powder.
  5. Add the cheese and stir until blended.

Notes

  • To store leftovers, keep them tightly covered in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
  • To reheat, place the grits in the microwave on 50% power and stir every 30 seconds. Or add a splash of water and reheat over low heat in a small saucepan stirring frequently to prevent sticking.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1 Calories 280kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 20g (7%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 52mg (17%) Sodium 860mg (36%) Potassium 80mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 531IU (11%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 265mg (27%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 280 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1
Calories 280kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 20g 7%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 52mg 17%
Sodium 860mg 36%
Potassium 80mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 531IU 11%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 265mg 27%
Iron 1mg 6%

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

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