CHEESY BACON GRITS RECIPES

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BAKED TWO-CHEESE & BACON GRITS RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE IT



Baked Two-Cheese & Bacon Grits Recipe: How to Make It image

In the South, everyone loves three things: bacon, cheese and grits! After playing around with this recipe, I took it to my first family party as a newlywed, and it was a huge hit. This recipe has become a family tradition that I'm sure will be passed down for generations. —Melissa Rogers, Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast    Brunch    Side Dishes

Total Time 01 hours 05 minutes

Prep Time 25 minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped
3 cups water
3 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups quick-cooking grits
12 ounces Velveeta, cubed (about 2-1/3 cups)
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup 2% milk
4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove pan from heat. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels., Add water, stock, garlic powder and pepper to bacon drippings; bring to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, covered, 5-7 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat., Add Velveeta and butter; stir until melted. Stir in milk. Slowly stir in eggs until blended. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with bacon and shredded cheese. Bake, uncovered, 40-45 minutes or until edges are golden brown and cheese is melted. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
    Freeze option: Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove casserole from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake grits as directed, increasing time to 50-60 minutes or until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, FatContent 34g fat (18g saturated fat), CholesterolContent 143mg cholesterol, SodiumContent 840mg sodium, CarbohydrateContent 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, FiberContent 1g fiber), ProteinContent 17g 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

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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