Jul 14 2026
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Cheddar Grits Recipe

Inspired by Miller Union
Time40m
Serves4

Sunchoke, apple, dandelion

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Ingredients

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For the Cheddar Grits

For the Sunchoke and Apple Topping

Method

Preparing the Cheddar Grits

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Add Grits

    Once the water is boiling, add 1 cup of grits and 1 tsp of salt. Stir well to prevent lumps.

  3. 3

    Cook Grits

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

  4. 4

    Add Cheese and Butter

    Once the grits are cooked, stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 2 tablespoons of butter until melted and creamy.

Preparing the Sunchoke and Apple Topping

  1. 5

    Sauté Sunchokes

    In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced sunchokes and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until slightly golden.

  2. 6

    Add Apple

    Add the diced apple to the skillet with the sunchokes and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the apple softens.

  3. 7

    Add Dandelion Greens

    Stir in the chopped dandelion greens and season with 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the greens are wilted.

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