Smoked Gouda Grits

Submitted by gailanng

"Great for breakfast but can, also, be used as a side dish for something like grilled shrimp, sausage, etc. Can, also, add chopped jalapeno or bacon."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 6-8

ingredients

• 3 1⁄2 cups water
• 1⁄2 cup whole milk
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt (not table salt)
• 1 cup coarse-ground grits (not instant)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
• 4 ounces smoked gouda cheese, grated
• fresh ground pepper
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives (optional)

directions

1. Bring water and milk and salt to a boil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Gradually whisk in grits until smooth.
2. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook, whisking occasionally, until creamy but still with some bite, 20–25 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in butter and cheese; season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with chives.