How to Make Grits
Serves 4
These Southern-style grits are rich, creamy, and flavorful. We love to serve them for breakfast or as a side dish. Enjoy them topped with a pat of butter and black pepper, or try some of the topping suggestions in the blog post above.
Ingredients
- 4 cups water, plus more as needed
- ¾ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 cup white or yellow corn grits, preferably stone-ground
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup heavy cream, plus more as desired, optional
Instructions
- Bring the water and salt to a boil in a medium pot. Gradually add the grits, whisking continuously, and reduce the heat to low. Cook, stirring often, for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the mixture is creamy. Taste the grits. If they are not tender, add more water and continue cooking until tender and creamy. Very coarsely ground ones may require a longer cooking time.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the butter. Add the cream, if using, adding more as desired. Season to taste and serve.
Notes
For cheese grits, stir in 1 cup grated cheddar cheese when you add the butter. If the mixture becomes too thick, add extra water or cream as needed to thin it to your desired consistency.