Best 8 Grit Souffle Recipes

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Grit souffle is a Southern dish that has been enjoyed for generations. It is a versatile dish that can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The main ingredient in grit souffle is grits, which are a type of coarse cornmeal. Grits have a mild flavor that pairs well with a variety of other ingredients, making them a perfect base for a souffle. The other ingredients in grit souffle typically include eggs, milk, cheese, and butter. These ingredients are combined to create a smooth and creamy batter that is then baked in a casserole dish. The result is a golden brown souffle that is light and fluffy on the inside.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EGGY GRITS SOUFFLé



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Provided by Sheila Lukins

Categories     Egg     Bake     Lunch     Parmesan     Parade     Sugar Conscious     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup stoneground grits
4 large eggs, separated
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 dashes of Tabasco sauce
Salt and pepper,to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Lightly butter a 4-cup souffl´ dish.
  • 2. Combine 1 1/2 cups water and the milk in a heavy saucepan and warm the mixture over medium-low heat. Slowly stir or whisk in the grits until smooth and thickened, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • 3. Lightly beat the egg yolks in a bowl. Gradually stir some of the hot grits into the yolks to temper them. Then stir the tempered egg yolks into the grits. Set aside to cool slightly.
  • 4. Stir the Parmesan cheese, Tabasco sauce, salt, and pepper into the grits.
  • 5. Place egg whites in a bowl, add a pinch of salt, and beat with an electric mixer until the whites are stiff but not dry. Using a rubber spatula, fold the whites into the grits until just combined. Scrape the mixture into the souffl é dish and bake in the center of the oven until the soufflé rises and is lightly browned on top, about 30 minutes. Serve immediately.

OVERNIGHT GRITS SOUFFLE



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Make and share this Overnight Grits Souffle recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     Breakfast

Time 2h

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups regular grits, cooked
1 teaspoon onion salt
1 teaspoon garlic salt
3/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup butter
3 eggs, slightly beaten
3/4 lb cheddar cheese, shredded
paprika

Steps:

  • After cooking grits, stir the grits into the other ingredients.
  • Stir this mixture into the beaten eggs.
  • Add the cheese.
  • Pour into a 2 1/2 quart baking dish.
  • Sprinkle the top heavily with paprika.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Remove from refrigerator 15 minutes before baking.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350ºF for 1 1/2 hours.

CHEESY GRITS SOUFFLé



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This recipe for Cheesy Grits Soufflé turns a classic Southern dish into a light, fluffy soufflé for the ultimate holiday brunch.

Provided by Southern Living Editors

Time 1h20m

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
2 cups uncooked regular yellow grits
3 cups milk
1 1/2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 3 ears)
6 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups (8 oz.) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
6 tablespoons butter
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Generously butter a 3-qt. baking dish; freeze 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring 3 cups water and 1 tsp. salt to a boil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Gradually whisk in grits; return to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook, whisking often, 2 to 3 minutes or until thickened. Whisk in milk, and cook, stirring constantly, 3 to 4 minutes or until grits are creamy.
  • Remove from heat, and stir in corn, next 7 ingredients, and remaining 3 tsp. salt. Spread mixture in prepared dish. Place on an aluminum foil-lined jelly-roll pan.
  • Bake at 350° for 50 minutes or until puffed, firm around edges, and slightly soft in center. Remove from oven to a wire rack, and cool 5 minutes before serving.

KENTUCKY DERBY CREAMY CHEDDAR GRITS SOUFFLE



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup grated, sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup raw grits
4 cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Pinch cayenne
4 ounces butter
4 eggs, separated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Grease a 2 quart souffle dish well and sprinkle 2 tablespoons of the cheese around the sides and bottom of the dish.
  • Cook the grits in the milk with the salt until done. Add the pepper, cayenne, butter, cheese, and egg yolks to the grits. Stir well and let cool.
  • Whip the egg whites until stiff and carefully fold into the grits mixture. Pour into the prepared souffle dish and bake for 20 to 30 minutes.

CHEESE GRITS SOUFFLE



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This a wonderful addition to brunch. As with any souffle, once it comes out of the oven, it should be served immediately.

Provided by Aroostook

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup quick-cooking grits
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups water
2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup chopped ham or 1/2 cup crumbled cooked sausage (optional)
2 tablespoons minced chives or 2 tablespoons green onion tops
2 egg yolks
2 egg whites, beaten stiff

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Boil water, add salt and cook grits (5 minutes or until thick).
  • Add cheese, meat, onion/chives and egg yolks.
  • Fold in egg whites gently.
  • Pour into a greased 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
  • Bake 30 minutes.
  • Serve immediately.

ROASTED GARLIC & CHEESE GRITS SOUFFLé



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Add some Southern style to a French favorite with Roasted Garlic & Cheese Grits Soufflé. Garlic and butter add lots of taste to this cheese grits soufflé.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 head garlic
1/2 tsp. olive oil
1/2 tsp. butter, softened
1 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
2 cans (14-1/2 oz. each) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup quick-cooking grits
6 oz. VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 Tbsp. butter
1/4 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 egg yolks
3 egg whites

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Cut 1/4 inch off top of garlic head, leaving papery skins intact. Place on sheet of foil; drizzle with oil. Wrap in foil. Bake 30 min. Meanwhile, brush 1/2 tsp. butter onto bottom and side of 2-qt. souffle dish; sprinkle with Parmesan until evenly coated.
  • Bring broth to boil in medium saucepan on medium-high heat. Gradually add grits, stirring constantly; cover. Simmer on low heat 5 min., stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
  • Slip roasted garlic from skins; mash to a paste. Add to grits with VELVEETA, 2 Tbsp. butter and red pepper; stir until VELVEETA is melted. Add yolks; mix well. Beat egg whites with mixer on medium speed until foamy; beat on high speed just until stiff peaks form. Gently stir into grits mixture; spoon into prepared dish.
  • Bake 40 to 45 min. or until top is golden brown and center is set. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 560 mg, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fiber 0.5232 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 7 g

SARA'S GRITS SOUFFLE



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Sara Foster, owner of the Foster's Market stores of North Carolina, considers this savory grits souffle one of her specialties.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
3 cups water
3 teaspoons coarse salt
2 cups yellow grits (not quick-cooking)
3 cups milk
1 tablespoon sugar
2 cups grated (8 ounces) Monterey Jack cheese
1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and diced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
Kernels from 2 ears fresh corn (1 cup fresh or frozen corn)
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 4-quart souffle dish with 2 tablespoons butter; set aside. In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups water to a boil; add 1 teaspoon salt. Reduce heat to medium, and gradually add grits in a slow, steady stream while whisking constantly. Cook, stirring, until grits have thickened, about 10 minutes.
  • Add 1 1/2 cups milk, and cook, stirring, until milk is absorbed, about 5 minutes more.
  • Remove from heat, and stir in the remaining 1 1/2 cups milk, 6 tablespoons butter, and the sugar until well combined.
  • Add cheese, red pepper, jalapeno, corn, eggs, thyme, remaining 2 teaspoons salt, and pepper, and mix well. Pour the mixture into the prepared souffle dish, and bake until the souffle has risen and is firm around the edges but the center is still slightly soft, 45 to 55 minutes. Remove from the oven, and let stand 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm.

GRITS, CHEESE, AND ONION SOUFFLéS



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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Cheese     Onion     Breakfast     Brunch     Bake     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Dinner     Lunch     Monterey Jack     Hominy/Cornmeal/Masa     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
3/4 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped leek
1 1/2 cups whole milk, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup quick-cooking grits
4 large eggs, separated
3 green onions, chopped
1 cup (packed) grated hot pepper Monterey Jack cheese (about 4 ounces), divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Butter four 1 1/4-cup soufflé dishes. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and leek; sauté 3 minutes. Mix in 1 1/4 cups whole milk and 1/2 teaspoon salt, then grits; bring to simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until thick, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk remaining 1/4 cup milk and yolks in small bowl to blend.
  • Remove grits from heat. Stir in yolk mixture, then green onions and 3/4 cup cheese. Beat whites in medium bowl until stiff but not dry. Fold into grits in 3 additions. Divide mixture among prepared dishes (mixture will come all the way to top of dishes). Sprinkle with 1/4 cup cheese.
  • Bake soufflés until puffed and brown on top, about 18 minutes. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use fresh grits. Freshly ground grits will give your soufflé a better flavor and texture than pre-packaged grits.
  • Cook the grits properly. Make sure the grits are cooked until they are tender but not mushy. If the grits are too soft, they will not hold their shape in the soufflé.
  • Use a good quality cheese. The type of cheese you use will have a big impact on the flavor of your soufflé. Use a cheese that melts well and has a good, sharp flavor.
  • Beat the egg whites until they are stiff. Stiff egg whites will help the soufflé rise and give it a light and fluffy texture. If the egg whites are not beaten stiff enough, the soufflé will not rise properly.
  • Fold the egg whites into the grits mixture gently. Do not overmix, or you will deflate the egg whites and the soufflé will not rise properly.
  • Bake the soufflé immediately. Do not let it sit for too long before baking, or it will start to deflate.
  • Serve the soufflé immediately. Soufflés are best eaten fresh out of the oven. If you wait too long to serve them, they will start to lose their volume.

Conclusion:

Grits soufflé is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. It is easy to make, but it does require a little bit of care and attention to detail. By following the tips above, you can ensure that your grits soufflé turns out perfect every time.

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