Description
A cherished Southern comfort food, creamy grits are perfect for any meal with endless customization options.
Ingredients
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 4 cups water or broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- Cooked shrimp or bacon (optional)
- Maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring the water or broth to a boil. Add salt.
- Slowly stir in the grits, reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring frequently, until thickened (about 20-25 minutes for stone-ground or 5-10 minutes for quick grits).
- Remove from heat and stir in butter and cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, topped with cooked shrimp, bacon, or a drizzle of maple syrup if desired.
Notes
Perfect grits should have a smooth, velvety texture. Adjust consistency with additional liquid if necessary.
