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Southern Cheese Grits Recipe

Classic Southern cheese grits, creamy and cheesy, perfect for breakfast or as a side dish.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Grits stone-ground
  • 4 cups Water
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 2 tablespoon Butter
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground

Instructions 

  1. Bring water to a boil in a saucepan.
  2. Slowly whisk in the grits and reduce heat to low.
  3. Cook, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 20-25 minutes.
  4. Stir in butter, cheese, salt, and pepper until melted and smooth.
  5. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Cheese Grits
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