Ultimate Creamy Sharp Cheddar Southern Cheese Grits
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Make rich, creamy Southern Cheese Grits using sharp cheddar and heavy cream. This stovetop recipe delivers authentic, comforting flavor quickly, perfect for breakfast or as a savory side dish.
Ingredients
Instructions
Bring the water and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
Slowly whisk in the grits to prevent lumps. Reduce the heat to low.
Cover the saucepan and simmer, stirring every 5 minutes, for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the grits are thick and tender.
Stir in the milk, heavy cream, and butter until the butter melts completely.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the grated sharp cheddar cheese until fully melted and smooth.
Season with black pepper and cayenne pepper, if using. Taste and add more salt if needed.
Serve the creamy cheese grits immediately as a comforting side dish or breakfast staple.
Nutrition
- Serving Size
- 1 cup cooked
- Calories
- 450 calories
- Sugar Content
- 3
- Sodium Content
- 550
- Fat Content
- 30
- Saturated Fat Content
- 18
- Unsaturated Fat Content
- 12
- Trans Fat Content
- 1
- Carbohydrate Content
- 35
- Fiber Content
- 2
- Protein Content
- 15
- Cholesterol Content
- 75
