Southern Cheese Grits

Name: Southern Cheese Grits
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 95 min
Total time: 105 min
Ingredients: nonstick cooking spray; 4 cups water; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 1 cup regular grits, uncooked; 1 egg, well beaten; 1.5 cups grated sharp Cheddar cheese, divided; 0.5 cup milk; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 2 tablespoons butter; 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 dash hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®), or more to taste; 1 pinch paprika, or as needed

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A Southern tradition, creamy cheese grits with a zip of spice makes for a perfect side dish to barbecue, or for a holiday get together. They were always on the table at my mother-in-law's house. A real family tradition.

Submitted by Deborah

Updated on January 22, 2025

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

1 hr 35 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 45 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

1 2-quart casserole dish

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nonstick cooking spray
4 cups water
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup regular grits, uncooked
1 egg, well beaten
1 ½ cups grated sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
½ cup milk
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons butter
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 dash hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®), or more to taste
1 pinch paprika, or as needed

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a 2-quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Bring water and salt to a boil in a pot over high heat. Add grits, reduce heat to low, and let simmer until tender, about 30 minutes.
Pour grits into a large mixing bowl. Add beaten egg slowly, followed by 1 1/4 cups Cheddar cheese, milk, Worcestershire sauce, butter, pepper, garlic powder, and hot sauce. Mix thoroughly and pour into the prepared dish. Sprinkle remaining Cheddar cheese on top and sprinkle lightly with paprika for coloring. Cover.
Bake in the preheated oven until thickened and cheese is melted, about 1 hour, uncovering the last 10 minutes to let a crust form on top.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

222	Calories
13g	Fat
18g	Carbs
9g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 222
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13g	16%
Saturated Fat 8g	39%
Cholesterol 57mg	19%
Sodium 387mg	17%
Total Carbohydrate 18g	6%
Dietary Fiber 0g	1%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 9g	19%
Vitamin C 1mg	1%
Calcium 218mg	17%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 124mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

Southern Cheese Grits

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