Chorizo Cheese Grits Recipe

Name: Chorizo Cheese Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked regular grits; 1 chorizo sausage, link (3 oz.); 2/3 cup diced red bell pepper; 3/4 cup diced onion; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese; salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (more if you want hotter); 3 tablespoons butter

Servings: persons

1 cup uncooked regular grits
1 chorizo sausage, link (3 oz.)
2/3 cup diced red bell pepper
3/4 cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (more if you want hotter)
3 tablespoons butter

1
Prepare the grits according to the package directions; set aside when done and keep warm.
2
Take off the casing from the chorizo and throw away.
3
In a nonstick skillet, add the chorizo; saute over medium heat for 5 minutes, breaking apart the meat with a fork.
4
Add the bell pepper, onion, and garlic; continue cooking and stirring for about 10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
5
Add the sausage-veggie mixture to the grits; stir to combine.
6
Add the remaining ingredients to the grits; stir to combine.
7
Pour the grits mixture into a 2-quart casserole.
8
Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.
9
Take out of the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

194

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup uncooked regular grits, 1 chorizo sausage, link (3 oz.), 2/3 cup diced red bell pepper, 3/4 cup diced onion, and more.

Yes, Chorizo Cheese Grits 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.

Chorizo Cheese Grits

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