Cooking Light's Cheddar Grits

Transform your breakfast or side dish routine with Cooking Light's Cheddar Grits, a creamy and comforting Southern classic done right. This easy-to-make recipe combines quick-cooking grits with the richness of milk, sharp cheddar cheese, and a touch of butter for a dish that’s both hearty and indulgent. Perfectly seasoned with a hint of black pepper, these grits achieve a luscious, velvety texture in just 15 minutes of cooking time. Ideal for busy mornings or as a cozy accompaniment to savory mains, this recipe serves four and is as versatile as it is delicious. Garnish with extra cheese or fresh herbs for a gourmet finish! Keywords: cheddar grits recipe, Southern comfort food, quick side dish, cheesy grits, Cooking Light grits.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

3 cups Water
1 cup Milk
0.5 teaspoon Salt
1 cup Quick-cooking grits
1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups of water, 1 cup of milk, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Gradually whisk in 1 cup of quick-cooking grits, ensuring there are no lumps.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the grits are thick and creamy.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 cup of sharp cheddar cheese, 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, and 0.25 teaspoon of ground black pepper until the cheese and butter are melted and well incorporated.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more salt or pepper to your preference.

Step 6

Serve immediately while hot, garnished with additional shredded cheddar or herbs if desired.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1331.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1603.4

Total Fat 67.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 204.0mg	0%
Sodium 2030.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 194.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 13.0g
Protein 53.0g	0%

Vitamin D 131.4IU	0%
Calcium 1170.2mg	0%
Iron 11.0mg	0%
Potassium 832.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.1%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 48.6%