Creamy Cheese Grits Recipe
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ cup grits not instant or quick cooking
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
- 2 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded off the block
- salt to taste
Instructions
- In a medium-sized pan, melt the butter over low-medium heat. After the butter melts, add the garlic, and cook an additional thirsty (30) seconds2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 garlic cloves
- Pour in the grits, and stir to combine. Next, add the water or chicken broth and salt (or wait to add the salt to taste at the end).½ cup grits, 2 cups water
- Continue to cook over low-medium heat for fifteen to twenty (15-20) minutes, stirring frequently, until the grits have reached a creamy consistency. Remove from heat.
- Add the cheese, and stir until completely melted. Serve while hot.2 ounces sharp cheddar cheese
Notes
The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients and a serving size of half a cup (1/2 cup). Actual calories will vary. The cheese grits can be stored in your fridge in a sealed container for up two (2) days.
Nutrition Facts
Creamy Cheese Grits Recipe
Serving Size
0.5 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
183
% Daily Value*
Fat
11
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
6
g
30
%
Trans Fat
0.2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.5
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Cholesterol
29
mg
10
%
Sodium
144
mg
6
%
Potassium
45
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
16
g
5
%
Fiber
0.3
g
1
%
Sugar
0.2
g
0
%
Protein
5
g
10
%
Vitamin A
359
IU
7
%
Vitamin C
0.5
mg
1
%
Calcium
109
mg
11
%
Iron
0.2
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
