How to Make Grits
Perfectly creamy but with great texture, grits are amazing for breakfast, and a great partner to all kinds of stews, and entrees with sauce.
Servings: 4 People
Calories: 370kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¾ cup quick cooking or regular (“old-fashioned”) grits (not instant)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter , cut into pieces
- ½ cup heavy cream
To Serve:
- Butter, sorghum or maple syrup, honey, dried or fresh fruit
Instructions
- Place the milk and water in a saucepan, and bring to a simmer over high heat. Stir in the sugar and salt. Slowly add the grits, stirring constantly. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring frequently for about 25 to 30 minutes until the grits are smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the butter and the heavy cream until the butter is melted and the grits are hot and very creamy.
Nutrition
Calories: 370kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 350mg | Potassium: 254mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 960IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 175mg | Iron: 1mg