Cheese Grits

Easy and creamy, these grits are the perfect side to serve with grilled shrimp.

⏱️ 28 min 🔪 Prep: 10 min 🔥 Cook: 18 min 📊 Medium 👁️ 31 views
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Ingredients

4 servings
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups water (or milk)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup grits (not instant or stone-ground)
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup butter
  • heavy whipping cream (optional)

Steps

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring the water, chicken broth, garlic powder, and salt to a boil over medium-high heat.

  2. While whisking, slowly add the grits and salt. Reduce the heat to low and cook uncovered for 18-20 minutes or thick and creamy (or follow the times listed on your grits package).

  3. Remove from the heat and stir in cheese and butter until melted. (Add a little bit of heavy cream if desired).

Nutrition Facts

Macronutrients

Calories426

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