BACON CHEESE GRITS

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Provided by rebecca jackson @bashmansmom

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 slice(s) bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled, reserve drippings
2 cup(s) whole milk
2 cup(s) chicken broth or stock
1 cup(s) grits
1/2 teaspoon(s) kosher salt, plus additional as needed
1/4 cup(s) heavy cream
1 1/2 cup(s) grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese (about 6 ounces), divided
3 - green onions, green parts only, thinly sliced, divided
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Place the milk and chicken stock in a medium sauce pan over medium-high heat.
Bring to a boil.
Add the grits, whisking in until smooth.
Reduce the heat to medium, and cook, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until the grits have thickened, about 6 to 8 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally until the grits are soft and creamy, about 25 minutes.
Stir in the cream and cook about 5 minutes longer.
Remove from the heat and add the reserved bacon drippings, cooked bacon, 1 cup of the cheese and two-thirds of the green onions; season to taste with salt and pepper.
Preheat the broiler.
Spread the grits in a casserole dish.
Scatter the remaining cheese over the top.
Place under the broiler just until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Garnish with the remaining green onions and serve immediately.