Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsFrankie's DinerGrits With Cheese Recipe

Grits With Cheese Recipe

Inspired by Frankie's Diner
Time30m
Serves4

Available from 5:00 am to 11:00 am.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Cheese Mixture

Method

Cooking Grits

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Add Salt

    Once the water is boiling, add the salt and stir to dissolve.

  3. 3

    Stir in Grits

    Gradually whisk in the grits to prevent lumps from forming.

  4. 4

    Simmer

    Reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan. Let the grits simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.

Adding Cheese

  1. 5

    Incorporate Cheese

    Once the grits have thickened, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese and cream cheese until melted and well combined.

  2. 6

    Season

    Add black pepper to the mixture and stir well to incorporate.

Serving

  1. 7

    Garnish and Serve

    Spoon the cheesy grits into bowls and top with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of paprika. Serve immediately.

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