Best 6 Easy Creamy Cheese Grits Recipes

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Creamy cheese grits are a delectable Southern dish that blends the comforting flavors of creamy cheese with the hearty texture of grits. This versatile dish can be enjoyed as a savory breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. If you're seeking an indulgent and effortless recipe that will tantalize your taste buds, look no further. With simple ingredients and a few easy steps, you can create a batch of creamy cheese grits that will become a household favorite.

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EASY, CREAMY CHEESE GRITS



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Make and share this Easy, Creamy Cheese Grits recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LorenLou

Categories     Breakfast

Time 25m

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 (10 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth (fat-free preferred)
1/2 cup whipping cream
1 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the chicken broth and whipping cream.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Add the grits, and return to boiling.
  • Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the cheese, stirring until melted.
  • Allow to sit for about 10 minutes.
  • Serve.

CREAMY CHEESE GRITS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon oil
2 jalapenos, diced
1 onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
4 cups stone-ground grits
8 cups low-sodium chicken (or beef) broth, plus more if needed
2 cups half-and-half
2 cups grated Cheddar

Steps:

  • Heat the butter and oil in a pan and add the jalapenos, onions and bell peppers. Cook until softened, 5 minutes or so.
  • Pour in the grits, followed by the broth and 3 cups water. Stir, and then bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, and then cover and cook for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the half-and-half. Stir, and then cook until the grits are tender, another 20 to 30 minutes. At any time, add more broth if the grits look like they need more cooking liquid.
  • Remove the grits from the heat and stir in the cheese. Serve immediately.

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.

CHEESY GRITS



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Grits ... easy, cheesy, and delicious!

Provided by elljoymit

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Grits

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring water and salt to a boil in a saucepan. Whisk in grits, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until thickened, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in Cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and butter until fully combined and cheeses have melted. Season with pepper and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 53.7 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 958.2 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

CHEESY GRITS



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As a comfy side dish, cheese grits have fantastic potential but sometimes need a flavor boost. For add-ins, try red pepper flakes, fresh rosemary or crushed garlic. -Paula Hughes, Birmingham, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups 2% milk
1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup uncooked old-fashioned grits
2 to 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
Pepper and additional salt to taste

Steps:

  • Combine milk, broth and water in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Add salt. Whisk in grits; reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring frequently, until creamy, 15-20 minutes., Stir in cheese until melted. Season with pepper and additional salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 629mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

EASY STOVE-TOP CHEESE GRITS



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This is a tasty recipe I made on the spur-of-the-moment, not realising that most cheese grits recipes are baked. These are also delicious with goat cheese in place of the cream cheese.

Provided by scfl76

Categories     Cheese

Time 8m

Yield 4 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
2 cups water
1 cup milk (I used fat-free, it worked fine)
1 cup quick-cooking grits
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt

Steps:

  • Combine chicken broth, water, and milk in large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Add grits and salt, stir, cover, and reduce to a simmer. Cook five minutes. (For thicker grits, cook slightly longer.).
  • Remove from heat and stir in cream cheese, cheddar, hot sauce, and seasoned salt.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170.2, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 24.8, Sodium 315.5, Carbohydrate 18, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.8, Protein 7.1

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh grits, milk, and cheese will give you the best flavor.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot: This will help to prevent the grits from sticking to the bottom of the pot and burning.
  • Cook the grits slowly: This will allow them to absorb the liquid and develop a creamy texture.
  • Season the grits to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
  • Serve the grits immediately: Grits are best when served hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Creamy cheese grits are a delicious and easy-to-make Southern breakfast dish. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a creamy and flavorful dish that will please everyone at the table. Whether you serve them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, creamy cheese grits are sure to be a hit.

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