BACON GRITS RECIPES

Name: Cheddar Bacon Grits
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 12 servings.
Cuisine: North America, Mexican
Ingredients: 8 cups water; 2 cups uncooked old-fashioned grits; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese; 5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled; 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles; Sliced green onions, optional

CHEDDAR BACON GRITS RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE IT

Cheddar Bacon Grits Recipe: How to Make It image

In the South, grits are served plain with a little butter or loaded with extras, as is my recipe with bacon, cheddar and green chiles. —Amanda Reed, Nashville, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Breakfast Brunch Side Dishes

Total Time 30 minutes

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

8 cups water
2 cups uncooked old-fashioned grits
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
Sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

In a 6-qt. stockpot, bring water to a boil. Slowly stir in grits, salt and paprika. Reduce heat; cook, covered, 15-20 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally., Reduce heat to low. Stir in cheese, bacon and chiles until cheese is melted. If desired, sprinkle with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, FatContent 8g fat (4g saturated fat), CholesterolContent 22mg cholesterol, SodiumContent 418mg sodium, CarbohydrateContent 24g carbohydrate (0 sugars, FiberContent 1g fiber), ProteinContent 7g protein.

BACON-CHEDDAR GRITS RECIPE | MARTHA STEWART

Bacon-Cheddar Grits Recipe | Martha Stewart image

This Southern side dish pairs well with fried chicken or grilled pork and shrimp.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

4 slices bacon, finely chopped
1 jalapeno, finely chopped (optional)
4 1/2 cups water
1 cup quick-cooking grits
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 cup plus another 1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar (2.5 ounces)

Steps:

In a medium saucepan, cook bacon and jalapeno (optional) over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until bacon is browned, about 8 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer bacon and jalapeno (if using) to a small bowl. Remove pan from heat and carefully add 4 1/2 cups water (fat may sputter).
Bring liquid to a boil over high and whisk in grits. Whisk until mixture begins to thicken, then reduce heat to low and gently simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, 25 minutes or until creamy. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk in 1 cup grated cheddar and three-fourths the bacon mixture. Pour into a 2-quart serving dish and top with remaining cheddar and remaining bacon mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 g, FatContent 13 g, ProteinContent 13 g

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