Cheese Grits Recipe

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Creamy and cheesy Southern grits are a delicious side dish.

5 from 3 votes

Try your hand with this Cheese Grits recipe that's full of flavor and ready in under 30 minutes. It's quick and easy to cook grits in a butter and garlic sauce, then add cheese to really take them over the top.

Prep Time5

Cook Time20

Total Time25

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Southern

Servings: servings

Author: London Brazil

Ingredients

3 Tbsp. butter divided
3 cloves garlic finely minced
3 cups broth chicken or vegetable, regular sodium
1 cup milk or other plant-based milk alternative
1 cup grits white or yellow, stone-ground
1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
1 tsp. salt to taste
¼ tsp. black pepper to taste
Green onions or parsley finely chopped, optional

Instructions

Add 1 tablespoon of butter to a medium-sized pot over medium heat and wait for it to melt. Add in the garlic and saute for 30 seconds, or until lightly browned and fragrant.
Pour in the broth and milk to the pot and bring to a boil. Stir in grits and bring back to a boil. Once boiling, cover the pot with a lid and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring every 5-10 minutes to prevent clumping.
Once the grits are cooked, mix in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, cheddar cheese, salt and black pepper, to taste. Serve with finely chopped green onions or parsley and enjoy!

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Notes

Meal Prep and Storage

How to prep ahead of time: You can shred the cheese a day or two in advance.

How to store: Place the cheesy grits in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 4 to 5 days.

How to freeze: Seal leftover cheese grits in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 to 4 months.

How to reheat: The grits can be warmed in the oven or in a pan on the stove. You may need to stir in extra broth, water, or milk to thin the girts back out.

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