Description
Make rich, creamy Southern-style cheese grits using sharp cheddar and heavy cream for a perfect breakfast or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup stone ground grits (not instant)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
Instructions
- Combine water, milk, heavy cream, salt, and pepper in a medium saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Slowly whisk in the grits to prevent lumps. Reduce the heat to low.
- Cook, stirring frequently, for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the grits are thick and tender. If the mixture becomes too thick, add a splash more milk or water.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the butter until it melts completely.
- Add the grated sharp cheddar cheese. Stir gently until the cheese is fully melted and incorporated, creating a smooth texture. Do not return the grits to the heat after adding the cheese.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheese; pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting.
- For a richer flavor, substitute half of the water with chicken or vegetable broth.
- If you prefer a thinner consistency, add more liquid during the final cooking stage.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup cooked
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 32
- Saturated Fat: 19
- Unsaturated Fat: 13
- Trans Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 18
- Cholesterol: 95