Garlic Cheese Grits (Lightened Up) Recipe

Name: Garlic Cheese Grits (Lightened Up)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups fat free chicken broth; 1 teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 2 cups quick-cooking grits; 18 ounces Velveeta reduced fat cheese product, cubed; ½ cup skim milk; 1 cup Egg Beaters egg substitute; ¼ cup light butter; 1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

6 cups fat free chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 cups quick-cooking grits
18 ounces Velveeta reduced fat cheese product, cubed
½ cup skim milk
1 cup Egg Beaters egg substitute
¼ cup light butter
1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2
Grease either a 4 quart casserole or 2 8x8 baking dishes.
3
Bring the broth, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to a boil in a medium sauce pot.
4
Stir in grits and whisk until smooth.
5
Reduce heat and cook until thick.
6
Add Velveeta and milk and stir well.
7
Gradually stir in egg beater and butter.
8
Pour into the baking dish and top with cheddar cheese.
9
Bake for 45 min.-1 hour or until set.

1422

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

160

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 6 cups fat free chicken broth, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, and more.

Yes, Garlic Cheese Grits (Lightened Up) falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Garlic Cheese Grits (Lightened Up)

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