Bacon-Grits Fritters Recipe

Name: Bacon-Grits Fritters
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits; 4 cups milk; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 cups (6 oz.) shredded extra-sharp white Cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup cooked and finely crumbled bacon (about 8 slices); 2 green onions, minced; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 2 large eggs; 3 cups Japanese breadcrumbs (panko); Vegetable oil

Servings: persons

1 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits
4 cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups (6 oz.) shredded extra-sharp white Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup cooked and finely crumbled bacon (about 8 slices)
2 green onions, minced
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 large eggs
3 cups Japanese breadcrumbs (panko)
Vegetable oil

1
Prepare grits according to package directions, using 4 cups milk and 1 tsp. salt. Remove from heat, and let stand 5 minutes. Stir in cheese and next 3 ingredients, stirring until cheese is melted. Spoon mixture into a lightly-greased 8-inch square baking dish or pan, and chill 4 to 24 hours.
2
Roll grits into 1 1/2-inch balls. Whisk together eggs and 1/4 cup water. Dip balls in egg wash, and roll in breadcrumbs.
3
Pour oil to depth of 3 inches in a large, heavy skillet; heat over medium-high heat to 350u00b0. Fry fritters, in batches, 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Keep fritters warm on a wire rack in a pan in a 225u00b0 oven up to 30 minutes. Serve warm.
4
Make ahead: Prepare recipe as directed through Step Cover and chill in a single layer up to 4 hours. Fry as directed. You may also prepare through Step 2 and freeze on a baking sheet for 30 minutes or until firm. Transfer to a zip-top plastic bag, and freeze. Cook frozen fritters as directed in Step 3, increasing cooking time to 5 to 6 minutes or until golden and centers are thoroughly heated.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits, 4 cups milk, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 1/2 cups (6 oz.) shredded extra-sharp white Cheddar cheese, and more.

Yes, Bacon-Grits Fritters falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Bacon-Grits Fritters

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