Jul 14 2026
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Pimento Cheese Grits Recipe

Inspired by Reunion by Chef Art Smith
Time45m
Serves4

Make Pimento Cheese Grits Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Grits

Pimento Cheese

Finishing Touches

Method

Cooking Grits

  1. 1

    Prepare the Water

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

  2. 2

    Add the Grits

    Once the water is boiling, slowly whisk in 1 cup of grits and 1 tsp of salt. Reduce the heat to low.

  3. 3

    Cook the Grits

    Cover the pot and let the grits cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened and creamy.

Making Pimento Cheese

  1. 4

    Mix Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, combine 4 oz of cream cheese, 1 cup of sharp cheddar cheese, 1 jar of pimentos (drained), 1 tbs of mayonnaise, 1 tsp of garlic powder, 1 tsp of onion powder, 1 tsp of hot sauce, and 1 tsp of black pepper.

  2. 5

    Blend Together

    Using a fork or a hand mixer, blend the mixture until smooth and well combined.

Combining and Serving

  1. 6

    Combine Grits and Pimento Cheese

    Once the grits are cooked, remove them from the heat and stir in the pimento cheese mixture until fully incorporated.

  2. 7

    Serve

    Serve the pimento cheese grits hot, garnished with chopped green onions to taste.

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