Three-Cheese Grits Recipe

Name: Three-Cheese Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 4 cups water; 2 cups milk; 1 1/2 cups grits (not instant); 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted; 2/3 cup (2 ounces) grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese; 3/4 cup (3 ounces) grated Gruyere or Swiss cheese; 3/4 cup (3 ounces) grated sharp Cheddar cheese; 1/3 cup Sriracha, plus more for garnish; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, for garnish

Servings: persons

4 cups water
2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups grits (not instant)
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted
2/3 cup (2 ounces) grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
3/4 cup (3 ounces) grated Gruyere or Swiss cheese
3/4 cup (3 ounces) grated sharp Cheddar cheese
1/3 cup Sriracha, plus more for garnish
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, for garnish

1
In a medium pot over medium heat, combine the water and milk and bring to a boil.
2
Slowly sprinkle in the grits, whisking constantly to help avoid lumps.
3
Once the liquid has returned to a boil, cover and lower the heat.
4
Simmer, stirring often, until the grits are smooth and creamy, about 20 minutes.
5
Remove from the heat.
6
Add the butter, cheeses, and Sriracha, stirring to combine.
7
If the mixture becomes too thick or pasty, feel free to adjust the consistency with a touch more milk.
8
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9
Spoon into bowls, and garnish with an extra touch of Sriracha and a sprinkling of parsley.
10
Serve immediately alongside your favorite country breakfast.
11
Spread the grits out into a 1/2-inch-thick layer in a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
12
refrigerate until firm, several hours or overnight.
13
Cut into squares and pan-fry with a touch of oil in a nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until browned and heated through, about 5 minutes per side.
14
Garnish with Sriracha and grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese.

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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: 4 cups water, 2 cups milk, 1 1/2 cups grits (not instant), 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted, and more.

Yes, Three-Cheese Grits falls under the General 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.

Three-Cheese Grits

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