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Pimento Cheese Grits Recipe

Inspired by Luna Rotisserie and Empanadas
Time35m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Grits

Method

Cooking Instructions

1

Prepare the Grits

In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of grits and 1 tsp of salt. Stir and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the grits are creamy and thick.

2

Add Butter

Once the grits are cooked, stir in 2 tablespoons of butter until melted and well combined.

3

Make Pimento Cheese

In a separate bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, chopped pimentos, mayonnaise, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until well blended.

4

Combine Grits and Cheese

Fold the pimento cheese mixture into the cooked grits until thoroughly combined. Adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

5

Serve

Serve the pimento cheese grits warm, garnished with additional pimentos or cheese if desired.