Best 7 Creamy Calcium Grits Recipes

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Creamy calcium grits are a delectable Southern dish that offers a perfect balance of creamy texture and nutty flavor. Made by slowly simmering stone-ground grits in milk, cream, and a touch of salt, this dish is often enriched with calcium to provide an extra boost of nutrients. Whether served as a hearty main course or a delectable side dish, creamy calcium grits are sure to please any palate. In this article, we'll explore the best ways to cook creamy calcium grits, providing foolproof recipes and helpful tips to achieve the perfect consistency and flavor.

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CREAMY CALCIUM GRITS



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Cooking grits with milk and cottage cheese gives them an extra calcium boost. Use this recipe when making our Poached Eggs Over Grits.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 1/2 cups skim or 1% milk
1/2 cup grits
1/4 cup low-fat cottage cheese
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring milk to a boil over medium heat. Add grits, reduce heat to low, stir, and cover. Cook old-fashioned grits 15 to 20 minutes or quick-cooking grits about 5 minutes, until thick.
  • Stir in cottage cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

CREAMY GRITS



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Cream cheese and sour cream work together to make these the creamiest grits ever!

Provided by The PD Web Team

Categories     breakfast

Time 5m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup grits
3 cups water
to taste salt
4 oz chopped into cubes cream cheese
1/2 stick butter
3 tablespoons sour cream

Steps:

  • Bring salted water to a boil.
  • Add grits, butter, and chopped-into-cubes cream cheese. Stir frequently. Lower heat to simmer.
  • When ready to serve, mix in sour cream.

CREAMY CHEESY GRITS



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     side-dish

Time 13m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup quick grits
1 cup milk
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar

Steps:

  • In a saucepot over medium-high heat, add 3 cups water and a pinch of salt. Bring the water to a boil, and then stir in the grits and milk. Raise the heat to bring to a boil again, and then lower to a simmer and cook for about 4 minutes. When the grits begin to thicken but there is still plenty of moisture left, add the mozzarella and Cheddar along with a few grinds of pepper. Stir to melt the cheese, taste and season with salt, if needed. Serve warm.

CREAMY GRITS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups whole milk
2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup uncooked grits (not instant)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring the milk and water to a boil in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the salt. Slowly add the grits, stirring constantly. When the grits begin to thicken, turn the heat down to low and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the grits from scorching. Add the butter and cream, stirring to incorporate thoroughly, and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the pepper. Serve the grits immediately or keep them warm, covered, in a double boiler over simmering water.
  • Note: If the grits are too thick, stir in more cream or milk. Remember that grits solidify as they cool; they will get thicker once on the plates.

CREAMY GRITS



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This delicious Southern recipe for creamy grits comes from chef Frank Stitt's cookbook, Frank Stitt's Southern Table.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups water, preferably spring water
Coarse salt and freshly ground white pepper
1 cup yellow stone-ground grits
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, or a little more if desired, at room temperature
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano or Grana Padano cheese, plus more if desired
Hot sauce, such as Tabasco or Cholula

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil; add 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. In a slow, steady stream, whisk in grits. Continue whisking constantly to prevent clumps until they come to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until grits are thickened and tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Add butter and cheese, stirring to combine; season with salt and pepper. Add hot sauce, and more butter and cheese, if desired. Serve immediately.

CREAMY GRITS



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Make and share this Creamy Grits recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cylee

Categories     Breakfast

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup butter
1 1/4 cups stone-ground grits
1 1/2 cups water
salt
pepper, to taste
1/4 cup heavy cream
4 ounces cream cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In large pot, heat milk and butter until simmering.
  • Add grits, whisking to prevent sticking to pan. Season if desired with salt and pepper.
  • Add water when grits begin to bubble.
  • Cook until consistency of oatmeal.
  • Stir in cream cheese and heavy cream until incorporated.
  • NOTE: I like to add "Old Bay Seasoning" and grilled shrimp and prosciutto for dinner. Otherwise, enjoy as you usually do grits!

CREAMY GRITS



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These creamy grits are a fantastic side dish, and addictive!

Provided by pandy244

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Grits

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

nonstick cooking spray
1 large ear corn, kernels cut from the cob
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
ΒΌ cup butter
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup yellow grits
1 tablespoon green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Spray a skillet with cooking spray. Add corn kernels and cook over medium heat until browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Combine chicken broth, butter, and sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil. Add cream and bring to a boil again. Whisk in grits and browned corn kernels. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 5 to 6 minutes. Turn off heat and stir grits until thickened, about 1 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 723 calories, Carbohydrate 47.9 g, Cholesterol 195.5 mg, Fat 56.7 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 35 g, Sodium 189.3 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

Tips:

  • Use the right type of grits. For creamy calcium grits, choose stone-ground grits. These grits have a coarser texture than regular grits, which will help them hold their shape and prevent them from becoming mushy.
  • Cook the grits in milk. This will give them a richer flavor and creamier texture. You can use whole milk, 2% milk, or even skim milk, depending on your preference.
  • Add calcium to the grits. You can do this by adding a calcium-fortified milk, such as Lactaid or Silk, or by adding a calcium supplement, such as calcium carbonate or calcium citrate.
  • Season the grits to taste. Salt and pepper are essential seasonings for grits, but you can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
  • Serve the grits immediately. Grits are best served hot and fresh. If you need to make them ahead of time, you can cook them and then reheat them in the microwave or on the stovetop.

Conclusion:

Creamy calcium grits are a delicious and nutritious breakfast or side dish. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them plain or loaded with toppings, grits are a versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

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