16 Best Grits Recipes That Are So Good You'll Want Seconds
FEBRUARY 20, 2023
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Grits are one of the Southern specialties that we just can't get enough of! This classic breakfast food is a favorite in many households, and it's so versatile that it can be served for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Whether you want to enjoy a simple bowl of buttered grits or mix things up with a savory side of cheese grits, you'll find plenty of delicious recipes here.
From classic recipes like creamy grits or shrimp and grits to more creative variations like bacon or white cheddar grits, we've got you covered with 16 of the best grits recipes around. Each one is easy to make and packed with comforting flavor and texture.
Get ready for a Southern-style feast that you won't soon forget.
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Grits With Cream Cheese
Cheese grits are a Southern favorite. Using cream cheese in this recipe makes for an interesting twist on this iconic dish.
14
15 min
TOTAL TIME
655
CALORIES
$1.54
PER SERVING
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Eating Well
Cheesy Grits with Seared Mushrooms
Made to be enjoyed any time of the day, this beloved Southern staple becomes a complete meal with seared garlicky mushrooms and runny eggs.
3
19
25 min
TOTAL TIME
820
CALORIES
$7.78
PER SERVING
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Eating Well
Cheddar Grits with Sausage
What's even better than Cheddar grits for breakfast? Topping them with a little sausage and some quick-sautéed mushrooms.
113
2
20 min
TOTAL TIME
514
CALORIES
$2.42
PER SERVING
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Darling Down South
The Cheesiest Grits Recipe Ever
Get ready for the most delicious, cheesy grits experience of your life! Our Cheesiest Grits Recipe Ever is the perfect way to start your day. With a mix of sharp cheddar, cream cheese, and butter, these grits are sure to please any palate. Enjoy this creamy, cheesy dish as a breakfast, side dish, or...
1
8
30 min
TOTAL TIME
600
CALORIES
$1.44
PER SERVING
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Life Family Fun
Bacon Garlic Cheddar Grits
These Bacon Garlic Cheddar Grits are a perfect combination of savory and creamy. Enjoy this southern classic made with smoky bacon, garlic, and sharp cheddar cheese. This easy, one-pot dish is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner - and is sure to become a favorite in your household!
47
479
CALORIES
$1.63
PER SERVING
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The Kitchen Prep
Creamy Dreamy White Cheddar Grits
Creamy Dreamy White Cheddar Grits! Cheese grits will turn just about anyone into a grits-lover. Just a handful of ingredients are all you need for this Flying Biscuit Cafe copycat recipe.
68
12 min
TOTAL TIME
795
CALORIES
$2.46
PER SERVING
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Ultra-Creamy Cheddar Grits
Experience the ultimate creamy and cheesy Cheddar Grits, perfect for both breakfast and dinner. Loaded with sharp cheddar cheese and butter, these grits offer a velvety-smooth texture and the ideal richness to delight your taste buds.
4
25 min
TOTAL TIME
450
CALORIES
$1.04
PER SERVING
Ingredients
Directions
7 STEPS
1
In a large 6-quart sauce pot, combine the whole milk, water, salt, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and smoked paprika.
2
Set the pot over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
3
Once boiling, slowly whisk in the corn grits, making sure there are no clumps.
4
Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
5
When the grits are tender and have thickened, remove the pot from heat and stir in the unsalted butter and shredded sharp cheddar cheese until fully melted and combined.
6
Taste the grits and adjust seasoning as desired. If the consistency is too thick, stir in a small amount of hot water to reach the preferred creaminess.
7
Serve immediately, as the grits will continue to thicken as they cool.
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40 Aprons
Creamy Grits
The creamiest and richest grits, these are perfect for breakfast, with shrimp, loaded with cheese or bacon, or even sweet.
2
540
11
35 min
TOTAL TIME
560
CALORIES
$1.49
PER SERVING
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Andrea Meyers
Banana Maple Grits
Start your day off right with these delicious Banana Maple Grits! Made with creamy stone ground grits and sweet maple syrup, this breakfast dish is sure to fill you up with energy and flavor. Top it off with fresh bananas for a touch of sweetness and you have a perfectly balanced and hearty breakfas...
195
33
1 hr 40 min
TOTAL TIME
326
CALORIES
$0.77
PER SERVING
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Sweet Cayenne
Cheddar Grits with Cinnamon Apples and Crispy Turkey Sausage
A creamy bowl of stone-ground cheddar grits topped with tender cinnamon apples and crispy maple-flavored turkey sausage crumbles makes for a delicious stick-to-your-ribs breakfast on chilly mornings!
1
38
4
40 min
TOTAL TIME
477
CALORIES
$1.55
PER SERVING
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Grandbaby Cakes
How To Make Grits Recipe
How To Make Grits Recipe - What are grits and how do you make them? Check out this recipe for perfect creamy Southern Grits that are amazing for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.
37
3,152
606
25 min
TOTAL TIME
560
CALORIES
$1.13
PER SERVING
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Garlic And Zest
Roasted Garlic Cheese Grits
Southern grits are a staple south of the Mason Dixon line and they're delicious. Garlic cheese grits are even better. This corn grits recipe takes a little longer than plain corn grits, to allow the additional liquids to absorb. Garnish with additional cheese and hot sauce.
11
186
1
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
567
CALORIES
$2.55
PER SERVING
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Spicy Southern Kitchen
Crockpot Grits
Use your slow cooker to make super easy and creamy grits. They cook while you sleep and are ready to be put on the breakfast table when you wake up.
6
709
52
7 hr 5 min
TOTAL TIME
189
CALORIES
$0.60
PER SERVING
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Epicurious
Creamy Stone-Ground Grits
"Grits love salt," says Peacock, and his creamy-white, almost milky grits, with yellow and black flecks of coarsely ground corn, demonstrate that it's not saltiness he's after, just perfectly balanced seasoning. Grits usually function as an accompaniment, like polenta or rice, but it's certainly eas...
31
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
320
CALORIES
$0.80
PER SERVING
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cozy peach kitchen
Creamy Instant Pot Grits
These creamy grits are dairy-free and made in the Instant Pot with a few simple ingredients.
3
1,896
16
38 min
TOTAL TIME
236
CALORIES
$1.05
PER SERVING
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Bon Appétit
Cheesy Grits with Scallions and Jammy Eggs
File under: Breakfast for Dinner.
4
518
23
599
CALORIES
$1.33
PER SERVING
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