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A bowl of creamy grits topped with melted butter, black pepper, and seasoning.

Easy Grits Recipe

The Easy Grits Recipe is a simple and delicious way to prepare creamy grits for four servings. Heat water or milk, slowly whisk in the grits, and simmer until smooth. Add butter for richness and optional cheese for extra flavor. Top with shrimp, bacon, or herbs for a customizable and satisfying dish. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Southern American Cuisine
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup of grits stone-ground, quick-cooking, or instant
  • 4 cups of water or substitute with milk for creamier grits
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
  • Optional: 1/2 cup shredded cheese cheddar or your favorite
  • Optional toppings: cooked shrimp crispy bacon, or fresh herbs

Method
 

  1. Boil the Liquid: Heat 4 cups of water or milk in a medium saucepan until it begins to boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt.
  2. Add the Grits: Slowly pour 1 cup of grits into the boiling liquid while whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
  3. Cook the Grits: Lower the heat to a simmer. Stir frequently and cook until the grits thicken and become creamy. 1- Quick-cooking grits: 5-7 minutes. 2- Stone-ground grits: 20-30 minutes
  4. Add Butter and Cheese: Stir in 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. If desired, mix in 1/2 cup of shredded cheese for extra flavor.
  5. Serve and Enjoy : Spoon the grits into bowls. Add toppings like shrimp, bacon, or fresh herbs if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

The cooking time above is for Stone-Ground Grits.
The cooking time for Instant Grits: 1-2 minutes
Cooking time Quick-Cooking Grits: 5-7 minutes