PUMPKIN CHEDDAR GRITS

Pumpkin Cheddar Grits image

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories Grains

Time 9h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2/3 cup coarse stone ground corn grits
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup evaporated milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup mashed cooked pumpkin (or 1 cup canned pumpkin puree)
black pepper
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

Combine the grits and some cold water in a bowl; the husks will rise to the top; drain in a mesh strainer.
Combine the grits, 1 1/2 cups water, evaporated milk, and salt in a slow cooker.
Using a wooden or plastic spoon, stir for 15 seconds.
Add in the pumpkin and pepper, stir to combine.
Cover and cook on HIGH for 3 to 3 1/2 hours or on LOW for 7 to 9 hours, until thick and creamy.
Stir in the butter and cheese; cover, turn off the cooker and let stand for 10 minutes or until the butter and cheese melt.
Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351.8, Fat 21.3, SaturatedFat 13.2, Cholesterol 63.6, Sodium 740.1, Carbohydrate 30.2, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.9, Protein 10.7