Slab Bacon and Cheddar Cheese Broiled Grits

1. 1

   Scatter bacon in a dry skillet.

2. 2

   Cook over medium-high heat until barely crisp, about 4 minutes.

3. 3

   Use a slotted spoon to transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate.

4. 4

   Reserve 1 tablespoon bacon fat.

5. 5

   Combine milk and 2 cups water in a medium saucepan.

6. 6

   Cover, and cook over medium-high until boiling, about 5 minutes.

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   Add grits and 3/4 teaspoon salt.

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   Reduce heat to medium.

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   Cook, stirring constantly until grits thicken, about 8 minutes.

10. 10

    Reduce heat to low; simmer, stirring every 2 to 3 minutes, until thick, about 20 minutes.

11. 11

    Cook, stirring constantly, until creamy and soft, about 15 minutes more.

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    Remove from heat.

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    Heat the broiler.

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    Stir in 1/2 teaspoon pepper, reserved bacon and bacon fat (if desired), and 1 1/4 cups cheese, and stir.

15. 15

    Transfer to a small baking dish or cast-iron skillet, and scatter with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.

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    Broil until cheese is brown, about 3 minutes.

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    Serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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