CREAMY CHEESE GRITS

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This southern stable, from Southern Living, is wonderful for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Kids really like it.

Provided by KathyP53

Categories     Breakfast

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups uncooked quick-cooking grits
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
8 ounces monterey jack cheese, shredded
1/2 cup half-and-half
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Bring 5 cups of water and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Gradually whisk in grits; bring to a boil Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes or until thickened. Stir in remaining ingredients until cheese is melted and mixture is blended. Serve immediately. Stone-ground grits may be substituted but increase liquid to 6 cups and increase cooking time to 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466.3, Fat 29.3, SaturatedFat 18.4, Cholesterol 88, Sodium 869.3, Carbohydrate 27.6, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.6, Protein 22.7

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