Baked tomato grits are a delicious and comforting dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. This Southern classic is made with creamy grits, ripe tomatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, and a variety of seasonings. The creamy texture of the grits pairs perfectly with the tangy tomatoes and the melted cheese adds a cheesy, gooey goodness. Baked tomato grits are also a great way to use up leftover grits and tomatoes.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
CHEESY BAKED GRITS
I had this at a party at a colleague's house. I've loved cheese grits for years, but these are by far the best I've ever had.
Provided by ABBYLADYBUG
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes Polenta Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
- Bring the milk to a boil in a pot over medium heat. Melt 1/2 cup butter in the boiling milk. Gradually mix in the grits, and cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, and season with salt and pepper. Beat with a whisk or electric mixer until smooth. Mix in the Cheddar cheese and 1/3 cup butter. Transfer to the prepared baking dish, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, until firm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 56.1 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 453.2 mg, Sugar 4 g
OVEN-BAKED SHRIMP & GRITS
On chilly days, I doctor up grits and top them with shrimp for a comfy meal. If you're not a seafood lover, use chicken, ham or both. -Jerri Gradert, Lincoln, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a 13x9-in. or 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, combine broth and grits. Bake, uncovered, until liquid is absorbed and grits are tender, 30-35 minutes., Stir in tomatoes, Monterey Jack cheese and 1/2 cup cheddar cheese. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle with pepper and remaining cheese; let stand 5 minutes., In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute green pepper and onion until tender, 6-8 minutes. Add shrimp and garlic; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes. Spoon over grits.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 1199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
PAULA DEEN'S TOMATO GRITS
Make and share this Paula Deen's Tomato Grits recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Punky Julster
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a saucepan, bring the water and milk to a boil. Add the salt and slowly add the grits and return to a boil, stirring constantly for 1 minute. Reduce the heat, cover, and cook for 3 minutes. While stirring the grits add the 1/2 cup of butter and stir until butter is melted. Cover and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the grits are thick and creamy. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Using a skillet, sauté the onions in the remaining tablespoon of butter for 1 minute. Add the processed cheese, garlic powder, 1 1/2 cups Cheddar, and onions to grits, and stir until the cheese is melted. Add the tomatoes and mix well. Pour the grits into a greased 8 by 11 by 2-inch casserole and bake for 40 minutes.
- Sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheese over the casserole for the last 5 minutes of cooking time.
CREAMY BAKED GRITS WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES
Categories Milk/Cream Tomato Side Bake Goat Cheese Cornmeal Fall Simmer Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 6 side-dish servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Generously butter 8x8x2-inch glass baking dish. Bring broth, 2 tablespoons butter, and garlic to boil in heavy medium saucepan. Gradually whisk in grits and return mixture to boil, whisking occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until grits are thick and almost all broth is absorbed, whisking frequently, about 8 minutes. Whisk in 1/2 cup cream and simmer 5 minutes, whisking occasionally. Whisk in remaining 1/4 cup cream and simmer until very thick, stirring often, about 5 minutes longer. Stir in tomatoes and thyme. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour into prepared dish. Sprinkle goat cheese over. Bake until cheese softens, about 15 minutes. Garnish with chives, if desired, and serve immediately.
CREAMY BAKED GRITS WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES
Make and share this Creamy Baked Grits With Sun-Dried Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Juenessa
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- Generously butter 8x8x2-inch glass baking dish.
- Bring broth, 2 tablespoons butter, and garlic to boil in heavy medium saucepan.
- Gradually whisk in grits and return mixture to boil, whisking occasionally.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until grits are thick and almost all broth is absorbed, whisking frequently, about 8 minutes.
- Whisk in 1/2 cup cream and simmer 5 minutes, whisking occasionally.
- Whisk in remaining 1/4 cup cream and simmer until very thick, stirring often, about 5 minutes longer.
- Stir in tomatoes and thyme.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Pour into prepared dish.
- Sprinkle goat cheese over.
- Bake until cheese softens, about 15 minutes.
- Garnish with chives, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.8, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 9.7, Cholesterol 50.9, Sodium 90.3, Carbohydrate 15.1, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 0.3, Protein 4.1
BAKED SOUTHERN GRITS
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add grits; cook and stir over medium heat for 5 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat., In a small bowl, whisk egg whites and eggs. Stir a small amount of hot grits into eggs; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Stir in the cheese, milk, jalapenos, garlic salt, pepper and half of the onions., Transfer to a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Sprinkle with remaining onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 300mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GARLIC CHEESE GRITS WITH SHRIMP
This is my version of a South Carolina coastal specialty. It will make a grits lover out of anyone!
Provided by AWEAVER
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes Grits
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook grits according to package directions. Stir in cubed cheese and cayenne pepper. Keep warm over low heat.
- Heat butter and oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute garlic and tomato until tomato begins to soften. Stir in shrimp and lemon juice. Saute until shrimp are pink. Season with salt to taste.
- Spread warm grits on a serving platter and pour shrimp mixture on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 634.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Cholesterol 341.4 mg, Fat 32.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 50.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.6 g, Sodium 1054.4 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
Tips:
- Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes: The quality of your tomatoes will greatly impact the flavor of your baked tomato grits. Look for tomatoes that are deep red and have a sweet, slightly acidic flavor.
- Use fresh herbs and spices: Fresh herbs and spices add a burst of flavor to baked tomato grits. Be generous with your herbs and spices, and don't be afraid to experiment with different combinations.
- Don't overcook the grits: Grits should be cooked until they are tender but still have a slight bite to them. Overcooked grits will be mushy and bland.
- Let the grits rest before serving: After the grits are cooked, let them rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the grits to absorb the flavors of the tomatoes and herbs.
- Serve with your favorite toppings: Baked tomato grits can be served with a variety of toppings, such as cheese, bacon, eggs, or salsa. Get creative and find your favorite combination.
Conclusion:
Baked tomato grits are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a hearty and flavorful meal that the whole family will love.
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