BAKED GRITS WITH HAM, WILD MUSHROOMS AND PARMESAN

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Categories     Cheese     Mushroom     Side     Bake     Dinner     Parmesan     Ham     Fall     Hominy/Cornmeal/Masa     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 3/4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup corn grits*
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 3 ounces)
1/2 cup (packed) grated white cheddar cheese (about 2 ounces)
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
1 large egg
4 cups assorted fresh wild mushrooms (such as chanterelle, morel, stemmed shiitake or oyster), sliced
1/2 cup matchstick-size strips country ham
2 tablespoons minced shallot
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme
*Corn grits, also known as polenta, are available at Italian markets, natural foods stores and some supermarkets. If unavailable, substitute 1 cup regular yellow cornmeal, and simmer about 10 minutes.

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Butter 8x8x2-inch glass baking dish. Bring 43/4 cups water and salt to boil in heavy medium pot. Add corn grits to boiling water in thin steady stream, stirring constantly. Reduce temperature and simmer grits until thick, stirring frequently, about 20 minutes. Pour cooked grits into large mixing bowl. Whisk in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, grated cheddar cheese and 2 tablespoons butter. Season grits to taste with pepper. Whisk in egg. Transfer to prepared baking dish. Place dish in large roasting pan. Fill roasting pan with enough hot water to come halfway up sides of baking dish. Bake until grits are firm to touch, about 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add assorted mushrooms, ham and minced shallot and sauté until mushrooms are tender, about 4 minutes. Add white wine and cook until almost all liquid is absorbed, about 3 minutes. Add whipping cream and cook until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Stir in fresh thyme. Season mixture to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon baked corn grits onto plates. Top with mushroom and ham mixture. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.

HANIFA NASIRA
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This dish was a disappointment. The grits were bland and the ham was tough. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Robiul Hossain
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I loved this dish! The grits were creamy and cheesy, and the ham and mushrooms were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Amrc Cont
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would reduce the amount of salt in the recipe next time. Otherwise, it was a good dish.


Emmanuel Ogah
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. The grits are creamy and cheesy, and the ham and mushrooms add a nice savory flavor. I like to serve it with a side of scrambled eggs and toast.


Bryson Evans
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I thought this dish was just okay. The grits were a little bland and the ham was a bit too salty. I wouldn't make this dish again.


Angel Fuentes
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I loved the combination of grits, ham, and mushrooms. I would definitely recommend this dish to others.


adil amin
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I wasn't sure how I would like this dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. The grits were creamy and cheesy, and the ham and mushrooms added a nice savory flavor. I would definitely make this dish again.


Mubiru Raymond
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These grits were delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The grits were creamy and cheesy, the ham was salty and smoky, and the mushrooms were earthy and flavorful. I would definitely make this dish again.


Ashely morris
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I made this dish for a brunch party and it was a big success. The grits were creamy and flavorful, and the ham and mushrooms added a nice savory touch. The parmesan cheese on top gave it a nice cheesy crust. I would definitely recommend this dish for


Arbab Nazar
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I followed the recipe exactly and the grits turned out perfectly. They were cooked through but still had a slight bite to them. The ham and mushrooms were also cooked perfectly. I served the grits with a side of scrambled eggs and it was a delicious


Robert LeClaire
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This baked grits dish with ham, wild mushrooms, and parmesan was a hit with my family! The grits were creamy and cheesy, the ham was flavorful, and the mushrooms added a nice earthy flavor. I will definitely be making this again.