Mcewen & Sons Grits With Poached Eggs And Country H

Name: Mcewen & Sons Grits With Poached Eggs And Country Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups filtered or spring water; 1/2 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 cup uncooked stone-ground white grits; 1/2 cup grated grana padano or Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese; 2 tablespoons butter; Freshly ground black pepper to taste; Tabasco to taste; 2 cups button mushrooms, quartered; 1 tablespoon oil; 1 shallot, finely minced; 1/4 cup julienned country ham; 1/4 cup port wine; 1/2 cup chicken stock; 4 large fresh eggs, poached; 1 bunch frisee or watercress, cleaned and dried; Additional kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

4 cups filtered or spring water
1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
1 cup uncooked stone-ground white grits
1/2 cup grated grana padano or Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
2 tablespoons butter
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Tabasco to taste
2 cups button mushrooms, quartered
1 tablespoon oil
1 shallot, finely minced
1/4 cup julienned country ham
1/4 cup port wine
1/2 cup chicken stock
4 large fresh eggs, poached
1 bunch frisee or watercress, cleaned and dried
Additional kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Combine water and 1/2 tablespoon kosher salt in a medium, heavy saucepan; bring to a boil. Whisk in grits, and lower heat to a simmer. Cook 20 minutes or until almost tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, and add cheese, butter, pepper to taste (about 1/8 teaspoon), and Tabasco to taste (about 1/8 teaspoon), whisking to combine thoroughly. Cover and keep warm.
2
Saute mushrooms in hot oil in a saute; pan or large skillet over medium-high heat about 3 minutes. Add shallot and country ham, and cook 30 seconds. Add port wine and chicken stock, and cook until mixture is reduced by three-fourths.
3
Spoon grits onto serving plates, and top with poached eggs. Spoon ham and mushroom sauce evenly over the eggs. Toss frisee with vinaigrette, and season with salt and pepper; scatter frisee mixture along the edges of the grits, and serve.

383

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups filtered or spring water, 1/2 tablespoon kosher salt, 1 cup uncooked stone-ground white grits, 1/2 cup grated grana padano or Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and more.

Yes, Mcewen & Sons Grits With Poached Eggs And Country Ham 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mcewen & Sons Grits With Poached Eggs And Country Ham

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions