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Southern-Style Grits Recipe

Elaine Lane
Learn how to make the creamiest Southern grits with this recipe. This grits recipe uses old fashion grits or quick grits, water, salt, whole milk, butter, and heavy cream for a rich dish that’s a true Southern staple.
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Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 4
Calories 395 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk or 2% milk
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/4 cup Salted Butter
  • 1/2 cup Old Fashion Grits
  • Optional: Ground Pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a medium saucepan, add water, salt, milk, heavy cream, and butter. Heat and occasionally stir on medium heat until the butter melts and the mixture begins to simmer.
  • Upon simmer, reduce to low-medium heat. Slowly whisk and pour in the dry grits in a steady stream to prevent lumps. Continuously whisk ingredients for 5 minutes to help release starch and create a smooth texture. After 5 minutes, turn off heat.
  • Remove grits from heat and allow them to rest covered for 5 minutes. During these remaining 5 minutes, the grits will thicken even more to your desired consistency.
  • Stir in cheddar cheese, more butter, or crumble bacon bits on top. Serve right away after brief rest and enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 395kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 5gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 22gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 101mgSodium: 612mgPotassium: 133mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1320IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 82mgIron: 0.3mg
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