Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe CaféSouthern Grits Scramble Recipe

Southern Grits Scramble Recipe

Inspired by The Café
Time40m
Serves1

Two scrambled eggs over grits, topped with applewood-smoked bacon, cheddar cheese, and diced tomato. Served with choice of buttermilk biscuit or toast.

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Ingredients

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Grits

Eggs and Toppings

Method

Preparing Grits

  1. 1

    Cook the Grits

    In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of grits and 1 tsp of salt. Stir well to prevent clumping.

  2. 2

    Simmer

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

  3. 3

    Add Butter

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

Cooking Eggs and Bacon

  1. 4

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook 4 slices of applewood-smoked bacon until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove bacon and let drain on paper towels.

  2. 5

    Scramble the Eggs

    In a bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs. In the same skillet used for the bacon, pour in the eggs and scramble over medium heat until fully cooked, about 3-4 minutes.

  3. 6

    Prepare Toppings

    Dice the medium tomato and set aside. Grate or chop the cheddar cheese.

Assembling the Dish

  1. 7

    Plate the Grits

    Spoon a generous portion of grits onto a plate.

  2. 8

    Add Scrambled Eggs

    Top the grits with the scrambled eggs.

  3. 9

    Add Toppings

    Crumble the crispy bacon over the eggs, followed by the diced tomato and shredded cheddar cheese.

  4. 10

    Serve

    Serve with a side of buttermilk biscuit or toast of your choice.

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