Ham And Grits With Red Eye Gravy Recipe

1. 1

   Bring stock or water to a simmer, add grits and a dash of salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer then turn heat down to low and cook until grits are soft and creamy, about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Heat oil and butter in a large non stick skillet over medium high heat until melted. Add cubed ham. Cook, stirring and tossing occasionally, until ham cubes are brown and crisp on all sides, about 8 minutes. Transfer ham to a paper towel-lined plate. Return skillet to heat. Add coffee and scrape browned bits from bottom of skillet with spatula. Continue to cook until gravy has reduce by about 1/3.

3. 3

   Divide grits between 4 plates then divide ham over top of grits. Pour gravy over ham and grits, top with sliced scallions, and serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.