The Best Savory Grits
Grits are a popular American dish, especially in the Southeast US. It can be enjoyed a number of different way, rather it's sweet or savory. It can also be joined as a side or main dish for breakfast or dinner. This recipe is for savory flavored grits.
Equipment
- 1 3qt Saucepan
- 1 Whisk
- Measuring Cups/Spoons
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Old-Fashioned Grits
- 2 Cup Chicken Broth
- 2 Cup Water
- 1/4 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/4 Cup Unsalted Butter
- 1/2 TSP Iodized Salt
- 1/2 TSP Garlic Powder
- 1/2 TSP Onion Powder
- 1/4 TSP Ground Black Pepper
- 1/4 TSP Smoked Paprika
Instructions
- To 3qt saucepan, add broth, water and heavy whipping cream then whisk until combined.
- Warm saucepan on medium to medium-low heat until boiling.
- Reduce heat to low or medium-low and slowly add grits to saucepan while whisking non-stop until there is no clumping.
- Cook grits for 10 minutes***, stirring every 5 minutes to break up any clumping.
- Once grits have cooked for 10 minutes***, add spices and butter then whisk until fully incorporated, then allow grits to cook for an additional 5 minutes***
- Remove grits from the heat and serve hot.
***INGREDIENT NOTE***
The Old-Fashioned Grits recipe featured in this video was developed for mainstream commercial brands used by most home cooks, such as Quaker or Pearl Milling Company. If using stone‑ground grits (e.g., Bob’s Red Mill or other local mill products), increase liquid (+2 TBSP of Heavy Whipping Cream; +1/2 Cup Water plus +1 Cup of Chicken Broth) and double the cook time to 30-45 minutes while stirring more frequently.
Video
Notes
***This recipe was tested on an electric stove. Exact cook times may vary slightly if using an induction or gas stove.
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