Breakfast Grits

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Learn how to cook grits with this easy recipe. If you've never tried grits, you haven't lived!

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 3 cups water

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 1 cup hominy grits

  • ½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • freshly ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Bring water and salt to a boil in a saucepan. Whisk in grits; continue to whisk for 1 minute. When the mixture comes to a boil again, turn the heat to low. Stir frequently, cook for 10 to 15 minutes.

  2. Remove grits from the heat and add cheese, butter, and pepper; mix well. Stir until butter and cheese are melted.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

240 Calories
9g Fat
31g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 240
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 12%
Saturated Fat 6g 28%
Cholesterol 26mg 9%
Sodium 424mg 18%
Total Carbohydrate 31g 11%
Dietary Fiber 1g 2%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 8g 16%
Calcium 132mg 10%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 73mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.