Description
Creamy, buttery, and rich cheesy grits made with simple ingredients, delivering a smooth Southern comfort dish that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine water, milk, and salt and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Slowly whisk in the grits, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
- Reduce heat to low and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the grits are soft and creamy, about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Stir in the butter until fully melted and incorporated.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and mix until smooth and creamy.
- Season with black pepper and adjust salt if needed.
- Serve warm with an extra pat of butter on top if desired.
Notes
- Stir frequently to keep the texture smooth and prevent sticking.
- Add a splash of milk when reheating to restore creaminess.
- For extra richness, substitute part of the milk with half and half.
- Taste before serving since cheese adds natural saltiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: cheesy grits, creamy grits, southern grits, comfort food, easy grits recipe