10 Of Our Creamiest Cheese Grits Recipes

a round white ceramic baking dish filled with a casserole of baked eggs and grits that are browned around the edges
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Nothing screams "Southern comfort" quite like a hot, creamy bowl of cheese grits. The simple dish is as versatile as it is quick, cheap, and easy: Keep it basic with just a few staple ingredients (grits, cheese, milk) or dress it up with your favorite seasonings and your choice of protein (shrimp is a popular choice, but sausage and crab make surprise appearances on this list). Serve it for breakfast, dinner, or as a side dish. No matter what you're in the mood for, you can't go wrong with this collection of our best Southern cheese grits recipes.

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Cheese Grits Casserole

Cheese Grits Casserole in a white casserole dish
Nicolette

Serve these cheese grits for breakfast or on the side of your favorite Southern main dishes. Reviewer ECKFAN call this casserole "comfort food at its best."

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Momma's Shrimp and Cheese Grits

Momma's Shrimp and Cheese Grits
Auntie Tippy

This restaurant-worthy shrimp and grits recipe will become a staple in your rotation. Reviewer SweetNov88 suggests cooking the grits in milk, as it adds to the richness of the dish.

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Kentucky Garlic Cheese Grits

Kentucky Garlic Cheese Grits
Paula

It couldn't be easier to make this basic casserole with just seven ingredients: milk, an egg, garlic powder, hot pepper sauce, quick-cooking grits, butter, and sharp Cheddar cheese.

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Oklahoma Cheese Grits

a round white ceramic baking dish filled with a casserole of baked eggs and grits that are browned around the edges
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Grits are cooked on the stove with butter, processed cheese, seasoning salt, Worcestershire sauce, and hot pepper sauce. Then, they're mixed with eggs and baked to hot, cheesy perfection.

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Cheesy Grits

Cheesy Grits
thedailygourmet

There are two types of cheese in this comforting recipe: Parmesan and Cheddar. Reviewer and Allrecipes Allstar thedailygourmet recommends making this in an Instant Pot for a quick and easy dish.

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Grits, Sausage, and Egg Casserole

Grits, Sausage, and Egg casserole in a square white casserole dish with spoon for serving
Allrecipes Magazine

"This is such a delicious way to make grits," according to reviewer and Allrecipes Allstar Amanda, who suggests topping with leftover Cheddar cheese. "All of the ingredients are perfectly balanced!"

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Southern Grits Casserole

a square slice of Southern Grits Casserole with a sprig of parsley on top
Melissa Goff

Here's a top-rated grits casserole that's as easy to make as it is to eat. "If you're from the South you will definitely love this recipe, which includes grits, eggs, sausage, and cheese," says recipe creator Ella Baldwin.

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South of the Border Shrimp and Grits

South of the Border Shrimp and Grits
thedailygourmet

This flavorful grits recipe is ready in just 30 minutes, so it's perfect for when you're short on time. The secret ingredient? A pinch of taco seasoning mix.

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Garlic Grits

Garlic Grits
lutzflcat

These cheesy grits pack a flavorful, garlicky punch. Recipe creator Maggie Lynch suggests serving with barbecued ribs or chicken.

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Charleston Crab and Grits

Charleston Crab and Grits
Photo by Aja.

Tired of shrimp? Alaskan king crab legs are a delicious addition to Cheddar cheese grits. A can of diced tomatoes with green chile peppers adds welcome spice.

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Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes and Ham in a white bowl over a green and white dish towel
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