Creamy Cheese Grits
Who know grits would make such a great party dish! These grits are especially great for breakfast!
Creamy Cheese Grits
This is the grits recipe for people who don't like grits. They're creamy, cheesy, and loaded with flavor. Serve them for breakfast, lunch or a side at dinner. They'll soon become a family favorite!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Calories 237 kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cups milk
- 4 ounces butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ยผ teaspoon white pepper
- ยผ teaspoon tabasco
- 1 cup grits not instant
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 4 ounces cheddar cheese
Instructions
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Heat milk, butter, and salt to almost boiling. When small bubbles form on the side of the pan, turn the heat down.
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Stir in white pepper, tabasco, and grits.
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Continue to stir as grits simmer.
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After the grits have absorbed the liquid, about 25 minutes, stir in the cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese.
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Stir until the cream cheese and cheddar are completely melted and combined.
Nutrition Facts
Creamy Cheese Grits
Amount Per Serving
Calories 237
Calories from Fat 153
% Daily Value*
Fat 17g26%
Saturated Fat 10g63%
Trans Fat 0.3g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 4g
Cholesterol 49mg16%
Sodium 379mg16%
Potassium 162mg5%
Carbohydrates 15g5%
Fiber 0.2g1%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 7g14%
Vitamin A 617IU12%
Vitamin C 0.1mg0%
Calcium 179mg18%
Iron 0.2mg1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.