Best 7 Grits With Cheese Recipes

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Grits with cheese is a classic Southern dish that is both simple and comforting. Made with creamy grits, sharp cheddar cheese, and a few other basic ingredients, this dish can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Whether you prefer your grits creamy and smooth or a little chunky, there is a recipe out there for everyone. Grits with cheese is a versatile dish that can be topped with a variety of ingredients, such as bacon, sausage, eggs, or vegetables. It is also a great way to use up leftover cheese or grits. With so many different ways to make grits with cheese, there is sure to be a recipe that will please everyone at the table.

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

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.

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.

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

CHEESE GRITS



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Whisk butter, whole milk and sharp cheddar together with ground cornmeal for Alton Brown's creamy Cheese Grits recipe from Good Eats on Food Network.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups whole milk
2 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup coarse ground cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 ounces sharp Cheddar, shredded

Steps:

  • Place the milk, water, and salt into a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Once the milk mixture comes to a boil, gradually add the cornmeal while continually whisking. Once all of the cornmeal has been incorporated, decrease the heat to low and cover. Remove lid and whisk frequently, every 3 to 4 minutes, to prevent grits from sticking or forming lumps; make sure to get into corners of pot when whisking. Cook for 20 to 25 minutes or until mixture is creamy.
  • Remove from the heat, add the pepper and butter, and whisk to combine. Once the butter is melted, gradually whisk in the cheese a little at a time. Serve immediately.

GRITS WITH CHEESE



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups whole milk
2 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 cups hominy grits (or any grits you like, including instant grits)
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar

Steps:

  • Place the milk, water, and salt into a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Once the milk mixture comes to a boil, gradually add the hominy while continually whisking. Once all of the hominy has been incorporated, decrease the heat to low and cover. Remove lid and whisk frequently, every 3 to 4 minutes, to prevent grits from sticking or forming lumps; make sure to get into corners of pot when whisking. Cook for 20 to 25 minutes or until mixture is creamy. Remove from the heat, add the pepper and butter, and whisk to combine. Once the butter is melted, gradually whisk in the cheese a little at a time until incorporated. Serve immediately.
  • Cook's Note: To make it extra special, take either lobster, crab or chopped shrimp which has been pre-cooked and stir in at the end when adding cheese. Garnish with chopped chives.

CHEESE GRITS



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There's very little simpler than cooking grits. A few ingredients come together into something comforting, good for a cold morning and just as good for Sunday dinner. Use the best ingredients, pull out that pepper mill and season well. Make sure you pay attention to the details. The trick to good grits is cooking out the grittiness. The extra cream and frequent stirring here give it a consistency that's not too dense and not too liquidy. Don't leave it alone too long: If you stir it frequently, giving it love, it will love you back.

Provided by Millie Peartree

Categories     breakfast, brunch, easy, grains and rice, main course, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups half-and-half
1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup stone-ground yellow grits
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar
4 tablespoons unsalted butter

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups water, the half-and-half, salt, pepper and garlic powder to a simmer over medium.
  • Slowly add grits while whisking vigorously to avoid lumps.
  • Cook grits over medium-low, checking every 3 or 4 minutes and giving the grits a stir, until they're smooth, creamy and have little to no bite, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, and stir in cheese and butter. Taste and adjust for seasoning. Serve hot with scrambled eggs, bacon or on its own.

EASY CHEESE GRITS



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Everyone should know that if you see a young lady with a T-shirt proclaiming G.R.I.T.S, she's proudly letting you know that she's a Girl Raised In The South. She knows how to cook and eat the real thing...grits. Y'all, I like 'em cheesy.

Provided by Recipewrestler

Categories     Grains

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups water
1 cup grits
2 teaspoons instant chicken bouillon
1 clove garlic, minced fine
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1 dash black pepper
1/4 cup half-and-half
2 -4 ounces cheese (American, Cheddar, Havarti, Swiss)
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Spray a heavy-bottomed saucepan with cooking spray (Pam).
  • Bring 2 cups water, onion, instant chicken bouillion, garlic, pepper and butter to a boil.
  • Add grits to the boiling mixture.
  • Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until grits soften.
  • Add half and half and cheese; stir until cheese melts.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.9, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 30, Sodium 210.7, Carbohydrate 34.3, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 0.7, Protein 6.5

Tips:

  • Use fresh, stone-ground grits. This will give your grits a better flavor and texture.
  • Cook your grits in a flavorful liquid. This could be water, milk, or broth. Adding a little bit of butter or salt to the cooking liquid will also help to enhance the flavor.
  • Stir your grits frequently while they are cooking. This will help to prevent them from sticking to the pot.
  • Cook your grits until they are creamy and thick. The cooking time will vary depending on the type of grits you are using, so be sure to follow the package directions.
  • Season your grits to taste. You can add salt, pepper, cheese, or other seasonings to taste.
  • Serve your grits immediately. Grits are best when they are served hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Grits with cheese is a classic Southern comfort food that is easy to make and delicious. These recipes offer a variety of ways to make grits with cheese, so you can find one that suits your taste. Whether you like your grits creamy or cheesy, mild or spicy, there's a recipe here for you. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying breakfast or dinner, give grits with cheese a try.

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