Cooking Light's Cheddar Grits

This is an easy side dish paired with Barbecue-Rubbed Pork Chops in CL's April 2007 edition.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2  cups skim milk
• 1 1⁄4 cups water
• 3⁄4 cup quick-cooking grits
• 1  cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1  tablespoon butter
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. Combine the milk and water in a medium sauce pan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
2. Slowly add the grits, stirring well with a whisk. Cover and reduce heat to simmer for 5 minutes until thick. Stir occasionally.
3. Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, butter, salt, and pepper until cheese is melted.