Cheddar Grits Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Cheddar Mixture
Optional Seasonings
Method
Cooking the Grits
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
Add Salt
Once the water is boiling, stir in 1 teaspoon of salt.
Add Grits
Gradually whisk in 1 cup of grits, reducing the heat to low.
Simmer
Cover and let the grits simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
Preparing the Cheddar Mixture
Add Butter and Cream
Once the grits are cooked, remove them from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 1 cup of heavy cream.
Incorporate Cheese
Add 1 cup of sharp cheddar cheese to the mixture and stir until melted and creamy.
Finishing Touches
Season
Season with black pepper and cayenne pepper to taste.
Serve
Transfer the cheddar grits to a serving dish and top with chopped green onions if desired.