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cheese grits

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Recipe by
Beth Pierce
@smalltownwoman
Ofallon, MO

Smooth and creamy Cheese Grits are an easy side dish made with grits, butter, and cheddar cheese seasoned with salt, fresh ground black pepper, garlic powder, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Top the grits with bacon crumbles, sliced green onions, and a little more grated cheese.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For cheese grits

  • 1 c
    quick-cooking grits or regular grits
  • 4 c
    water
  • ½ tsp
    kosher salt
  • 3 Tbsp
    butter
  • 2 Tbsp
    heavy cream
  • 1 ½ c
    shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ¼ tsp
    garlic powder
  • 2 pinch
    ground cayenne pepper (optional)
  • kosher salt to taste
  • fresh ground black pepper to taste
  • bacon crumbles
  • green onions, thinly sliced

How To Make cheese grits

  • 1
    Bring the water and salt to a boil in a pot on the stovetop.
  • 2
    Slowly add the grits while whisking to avoid any lumps. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes (for quick cooking grits) or 15-17 minutes (for regular girts) or until thickened, stirring frequently.
  • 3
    Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the butter, heavy cream, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. If needed, add a few tablespoons of milk to thin the grits and reach your desired consistency. Season with kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste.
  • 4
    Spoon the grits into bowls and garnish with crispy cooked bacon and green onions.
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