Best 8 Saras Grits Souffle Recipes

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Are you craving a delightful and fluffy breakfast casserole that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied? Look no further than the delectable Saras grits souffle! Originating from the Southern United States, this culinary masterpiece combines the creaminess of grits, the richness of cheese, and the savory flavors of various ingredients to create a dish that is simply irresistible. Whether you're hosting a special brunch or seeking a comforting meal to warm your heart, the Saras grits souffle is the perfect choice.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

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.

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.

GRITS-AND-CHEESE SOUFFLES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup quick-cooking grits
Nonstick cooking spray
1/2 cup finely grated parmesan cheese (about 1/2 ounce), plus more for the ramekins
1 1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed
2 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, at room temperature
2 large egg yolks plus 4 egg whites, at room temperature
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon white wine vinegar
6 cups baby arugula
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Mix the grits and 1 1/2 cups water in a large microwave-safe bowl and microwave until thickened, about 4 minutes. Stir occasionally until slightly cooled. Meanwhile, coat four 10-ounce ramekins with cooking spray and sprinkle with parmesan; tap out the excess. Place the ramekins on a baking sheet.
  • Combine the cooled grits, corn, cream cheese, egg yolks, thyme, 1/2 cup parmesan and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a blender. Puree until smooth, stopping the motor to stir by hand if needed (the mixture will be thick). Transfer to a large bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites and 1/2 teaspoon vinegar until medium peaks form. Fold one-quarter of the whites into the grits mixture, then fold in the rest. Pour the batter into the prepared ramekins. Bake until puffed and golden, 20 to 25 minutes. Toss the arugula with the remaining 1 tablespoon vinegar, the olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Serve with the souffles.

SOUFFLE OF GRITS



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups grits
6 cups boiling water
4 ounces unsalted butter
6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated
2 teaspoons sea salt
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco
4 eggs, well beaten
Worcestershire sauce, to taste
1 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Slowly cook the grits in boiling water for 20 minutes. (If you use instant grits, do not cook 20 minutes. Cook according to package directions.) Add the butter, cheese, salt, Tabasco, eggs and Worcestershire sauce. Pour into a buttered casserole.
  • Bake for 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until puffed, golden, and set in the middle.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Tips:

  • Make sure to use coarse cornmeal for a grittier texture in your souffle.
  • For a lighter and fluffier souffle, separate the egg whites and yolks and beat the whites until stiff peaks form.
  • Gently fold the egg whites into the cornmeal mixture to avoid deflating it.
  • Bake the souffle immediately after assembling it to prevent it from losing its volume.
  • Serve the souffle hot out of the oven for the best texture and flavor.

Conclusion:

The recipes provided in this article offer a variety of options for creating delicious and flavorful grits souffle dishes. Whether you prefer a classic Southern style souffle or a more modern twist with added ingredients like cheese, vegetables, or meat, there is a recipe here to suit your taste. With a few simple tips and techniques, you can easily master the art of making grits souffle and impress your friends and family with this delightful dish.

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