Corn Grits Recipe

Rating 5.0
| 1
| Published on June 12, 2024
For exceptional corn grits, go artisan with whole-grain, stone-ground cornmeal from the baking section of the supermarket. Toss in some corn kernels, shredded cheese, and herbs to elevate this ever-popular side dish.
Utensils Breakfast
Globe New American
10
ingredients
5
steps
40
minutes
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Chef Susie is a cookbook author, chocolatier, pastry chef and culinary educator with more than a decade of experience teaching and running an artisan chocolate business, which has been featured on the Food Network. Prior to beginning her culinary career, Chef Susie worked as a TV executive at three of the Big Four networks. She is now the author of three books, the latest based on her award-winning culinary travel blog.

Ingredients

Servings:
8
1 cup(s)
water
1 cup(s)
vegetable or chicken broth
1 cup(s)
whole or 2% milk
2 tsp
sea salt or kosher salt
1 cup(s)
cornmeal
1-2
ears of fresh corn, kernels removed
1 tbsp
butter
1/2 tsp
black pepper
1 cup(s)
shredded cheese, see notes 1
2 tbsp
chopped mixed fresh herbs, see notes 2
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Directions 5 steps | 40 Minutes

Step 1

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, place the water, vegetable or chicken broth, milk, and salt. Stir to combine.

Corn Grits Recipe: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, place the water, vegetable or chicken broth, milk, and salt.
Step 2

Once the liquid heats to a scald (about 7 minutes), add the cornmeal and cover the pot.

Corn Grits Recipe: Once the liquid heats to a scald (about 7 minutes), add the cornmeal and cover the pot.
Step 3

Allow the grits to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes.

Corn Grits Recipe: Allow the grits to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes.
Step 4

Lower the heat and add the fresh corn kernels, butter, black pepper and shredded cheese. Cook another 5-10 minutes. Season to taste.

Corn Grits Recipe: Lower the heat and add the fresh corn kernels, butter, black pepper and shredded cheese.
Step 5

Garnish with fresh herbs and/or chopped scallions. Serve and enjoy!

Corn Grits Recipe: Garnish with fresh herbs and/or chopped scallions.

Notes:

  1. Sharp cheddar, Parmesan or Gloucester cheese are great options.
  2. Herbs such as dill, parsley, cilantro, or scallions work well here.

Nutrition Per Serving
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CALORIES
186
FAT
7.7 g
PROTEIN
7.1 g
CARBS
22.3 g
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Carmela G.

Carmela

Cozymeal Team Member

12 Jun 2024

Corn grits are a classic Southern dish known for their creamy texture and rich flavor. This dish is very versatile and comforting.

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