Cheesy Grits
Grits are dried, ground corn usually served as a porridge or side dish. A popular breakfast item, grits are a great grain base for meals and can be sweet or savory.
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Serves6 (1/2 cup each)
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Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 1 cube chicken bouillon (optional)
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 1/4 cup onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon margarine
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup yellow grits, dry
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, low-fat, shredded
Directions
- Bring water, garlic, onion, margarine, black pepper, and bouillon to a boil in a heavy saucepan over medium high heat.
- Slowly whisk in the grits once water is boiling, they will clump if you don't keep whisking!
- Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, 20 minutes, stirring once in a while until grits soften.
- Remove from heat. Top with cheese and serve.
Recipe Tips
You can get creative with the toppings! Try: a fried egg, fresh or sauteed spinach, protein like cooked chicken or shrimp.
Nutrition Facts
Cheesy Grits
Amount Per Serving (1/2 cup eachg)
Calories 145
Calories from Fat 27
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3g
5%
Saturated Fat 1g
5%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 2mg
1%
Sodium 176mg
7%
Potassium 60mg
2%
Total Carbohydrates 24g
8%
Dietary Fiber 1g
4%
Sugars 1g
Protein 5g
10%
Vitamin A
3%
Vitamin C
1%
Vitamin D0%
Calcium
4%
Iron
5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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