The Best Grits Recipe We've Made

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.

Bring 4 cups of stock to a boil in a medium saucepan.

While whisking, slowly pour in 1 cup of grits to prevent clumping.

Continue whisking for 2 minutes, or until the grits thicken.

Add 4 tablespoons of butter, 1/4 cup of cream, 3/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.

Reduce the heat to a very low simmer and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Cooking Techniques

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