Southern Cheese Grits - Creamy Cheese Grits Recipe - Ellen’s Homemade Delights 🧀 🌽

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while still providing creaminess.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free alternative that adds a cheesy flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

Bring water and milk to a boil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add grits and stir well to prevent lumps.

Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 20-25 minutes.

Stir in butter until melted and combined.

Add cheddar cheese and cream cheese, mixing until smooth.

Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper to taste.

Remove from heat and let sit for a few minutes to thicken further.

Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with paprika and chopped green onions.

Serve hot as a side dish with your favorite Southern meal.

Cooking Techniques

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