CHEESY GRITS WITH POACHED EGGS, GREENS, AND BACON
Winter's answer to the grain bowl, this feels super hearty and satisfying.
Provided by Claire Saffitz
Categories Breakfast Bacon Cheddar Cheese Egg Chile Chard Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring 4 1/2 cups water to a gentle simmer in a medium saucepan. Crack an egg into a small bowl, then gently slide egg into water. Repeat with remaining eggs, waiting until whites are opaque before adding the next one (about 30 seconds apart). Poach until whites are set but yolks are still runny, about 3 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer eggs to paper towels as they are done; set aside.
- Fish out any wispy pieces of cooked egg with slotted spoon; discard. Bring same saucepan of water to a boil and add a couple pinches of salt. Whisking constantly, gradually add grits. Reduce heat to low, cover saucepan, and cook grits, whisking occasionally and scraping bottom to prevent sticking, until tender, thick, and creamy, 25-40 minutes, depending on coarseness.
- Meanwhile, cook bacon in a medium skillet over medium-low heat, stirring often, until bacon is crisp, 8-10 minutes. Transfer bacon to a small bowl with slotted spoon. Combine chile and vinegar in another small bowl.
- Pour off all but 2 Tbsp. fat from skillet; cook shallot, stirring often, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add chard in batches, letting it wilt slightly before adding more, and cook, tossing, until completely wilted, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and season with salt, pepper, and some chile-soaking vinegar.
- Remove grits from heat and season with salt and lots of pepper. Add butter, then gradually add cheese, whisking until melted and combined; thin with a bit more water if too thick.
- Divide grits among bowls; top with chard, poached eggs, bacon, and chiles. Season eggs with salt and pepper.
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Daniel Astu
[email protected]These cheesy grits were delicious! I loved the creamy texture of the grits and the cheese sauce was perfect. The poached eggs and greens were a great addition and the bacon added a nice bit of crunch. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Divine Kelvin
[email protected]I was really disappointed with these cheesy grits. The grits were mushy and the cheese sauce was too thick. I ended up throwing the whole thing away.
Khalidul
[email protected]These cheesy grits were just okay. The grits were a bit too watery for my taste and the cheese sauce was a bit bland. I think I'll stick to my regular grits recipe.
Hamzakhan123 Hamzarrr
[email protected]I've made these cheesy grits several times now and they're always a hit. My family loves them and I love how easy they are to make. I usually add a bit of extra cheese to the sauce and sometimes I'll add some chopped green peppers or onions. It's a g
Dama
[email protected]These cheesy grits were amazing! I loved the combination of the creamy grits, the poached eggs, the greens, and the bacon. It was the perfect breakfast for a lazy Sunday morning.
Bolu Arowolo
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of grits, but these cheesy grits were actually really good. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the poached eggs and greens were a nice addition. I would definitely recommend this dish to anyone looking for a hearty and
Joe Belz
[email protected]These cheesy grits were delicious! I loved the creamy texture of the grits and the cheese sauce was perfect. The poached eggs and greens were a great addition and the bacon added a nice bit of crunch. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Journey Cross
[email protected]I was really disappointed with these cheesy grits. The grits were mushy and the cheese sauce was too thick. I ended up throwing the whole thing away.
Shania Fenelon
[email protected]These cheesy grits were just okay. The grits were a bit too watery for my taste and the cheese sauce was a bit bland. I think I'll stick to my regular grits recipe.
Muno Maxamad
[email protected]I've made these cheesy grits several times now and they're always a hit. My family loves them and I love how easy they are to make. I usually add a bit of extra cheese to the sauce and sometimes I'll add some chopped green peppers or onions. It's a g
Bilal Aleem
[email protected]These cheesy grits were amazing! I loved the combination of the creamy grits, the poached eggs, the greens, and the bacon. It was the perfect breakfast for a lazy Sunday morning.
Ansumana A Conteh
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of grits, but these cheesy grits were actually really good. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the poached eggs and greens were a nice addition. I would definitely recommend this dish to anyone looking for a hearty and
Haroon Azam
[email protected]These cheesy grits were delicious! I loved the creamy texture of the grits and the cheese sauce was perfect. The poached eggs and greens were a great addition and the bacon added a nice bit of crunch. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Tom Ryan Syntax
[email protected]I was really disappointed with these cheesy grits. The grits were mushy and the cheese sauce was too thick. I ended up throwing the whole thing away.
Bulus Anthony
[email protected]These cheesy grits were just okay. The grits were a bit too watery for my taste and the cheese sauce was a bit bland. I think I'll stick to my regular grits recipe.
Zuhu Official
[email protected]I've made these cheesy grits several times now and they're always a hit. My family loves them and I love how easy they are to make. I usually add a bit of extra cheese to the sauce and sometimes I'll add some chopped green peppers or onions. It's a g
John Derrick
[email protected]These cheesy grits were amazing! I loved the combination of the creamy grits, the poached eggs, the greens, and the bacon. It was the perfect breakfast for a lazy Sunday morning.
Shajhan Kovir
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of grits, but these cheesy grits were actually really good. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the poached eggs and greens were a nice addition. I would definitely recommend this dish to anyone looking for a hearty and
thabang moitsi
[email protected]These cheesy grits were the perfect comfort food on a cold winter day. The poached eggs and greens added a nice touch of flavor and the bacon added a bit of crunch. I will definitely be making this dish again.