Need to add a little comfort to your next meal? Southern Cheesy Grits are sure to make you feel right at home… no matter where you are! This creamy, cheesy, downhome Southern staple is a simple way to celebrate the tastes of your childhood and mmm, mmm, mmm… that’s a pretty delicious place to be! So, grab your favorite comfort food main course and serve it alongside a big hearty helping of these Southern Cheesy Grits! Your tastebuds will be glad to be home!
Ingredients
- 2 cups 2% milk
- 1 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 cup water
- salt, to taste
- 1 cup old-fashioned grits, uncooked
- 2-3 cups sharp cheddar cheese or Monterey-Jack cheese, shredded
- pepper, to taste
Directions
Step 1 –In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the milk, the broth, and the water and bring it to a boil.
Step 2 –Add the salt and the grits to the milk mixture and whisk to combine.
Step 3 –Reduce the heat to low and cook the grits mixture, stirring frequently, until creamy, about 15-20 minutes.
Step 4 –Stir the cheese into the grits and cook until it has melted.
Step 5 –Season the grits with the salt and the pepper.
Step 6 –Serve.
