How to Make Grits! An Easy, Healthy Recipe!

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese offers a healthier option with fewer calories, while processed cheese can be more budget-friendly.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat choice, while margarine can be a more economical substitute.

Add 4 cups of water and 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt to a medium saucepan.

Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and stir in 1 cup of grits slowly to avoid lumps.

Cover the saucepan with a lid and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

If desired, add butter and more salt to taste before serving.

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