Deliciously Creamy Cheesy Grits Recipe
Indulge in the comforting goodness of these deliciously creamy and cheesy grits that are perfect for any meal of the day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Grits:
- 1 cup grits (stone-ground preferred)
Liquid:
- 4 cups water or chicken broth
Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon salt
Cheese Mixture:
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
Additional:
- Black pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the Liquid: In a medium saucepan, bring water or chicken broth to a boil. Add salt.
- Cook the Grits: Gradually whisk in the grits, reducing heat to low. Cook for about 20-25 minutes, stirring frequently until thickened and creamy.
- Add Cheese and Cream: Once the grits are cooked, stir in the cheddar cheese, heavy cream, and butter until melted and well combined.
- Season: Taste and adjust seasoning with black pepper and more salt if needed.
- Serve: Spoon the cheesy grits into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions if desired. Enjoy hot!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: grits, cheesy grits, comfort food, Southern cuisine, side dish
