My Mother’s Southern Cheese Grits with a Modern Twist
My Mother's Southern Cheese Grits was a staple breakfast for my brothers and sisters and me when we were growing up. I can still see the pot of cheese grits bubbling away on my mother's stove! More years later than I care to remember, I'm still making My Mother's Southern Cheese Grits. Now, however, I cook it in the microwave for a modern twist!
Ingredients
- ½ cup Quick grits*
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 3 cups water divided
- 4 ounces Velveeta cubed
Instructions
- Combine grits, salt, and 2 cups of water in a large microwave safe bowl with a lid. Cover bowl with paper towel and lid. Microwave on high for 8 minutes.
- Remove from microwave. Add remaining 1 cup of water; stir to combine. Cover bowl with paper towel and lid. Microwave on high for 5 minutes.
- Remove from microwave. Add Velveeta; stir to combine. Cover bowl with lid. Microwave on high for 5 minutes.
- Remove from microwave. Stir to combine.
- Serve with crispy bacon and buttered toast.
- Yield: 4 servings.*
Tips/Notes
*Do not use Instant grits.
Note: for 2 servings, use ¼ cup Quick grits, a pinch of salt, and 2 cups of water.
Nutrition
Calories: 132kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 6gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 736mgPotassium: 129mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 280IUCalcium: 242mgIron: 7.6mg
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