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    April 20, 2016 Breakfast/Brunch

    Pimento Cheese Grits

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    Pimento cheese grits have all of the fabulous flavor of pimento cheese, with only the lazy boil and wait prep of classic Southern grits.

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    Pimento Cheese Grits

    Grits have always been a favorite food in my house. I've been meaning to share some of my favorite grits recipes for a while, so I'm starting with my most recent favorite: Pimento Cheese Grits.

    This recipe is SUPER easy and contrary to what you'd expect, does not actually contain any of the classic mayonnaise-y cream cheese-y stuff ( although if you want a recipe for that, I've got one and it's gooooooood. )  Don't worry though, a hit of butter makes sure you are still clogging your arteries just a little when you eat these grits.

    Pimento Cheese Grits

    One note about making grits:  Do not, I repeat DO NOT, use quick, instant, or any other sort of shortcut grits.  I refuse to be held responsible if you make bad ingredient decisions and ruin my recipe with your bad choices.

    What are good grits to buy, you ask??  There are quite a few great grits producers, but as a general rule: Good Grits Come in Cloth Bags.  Look for brands like Anson Mills or Geechie Boy Mill ( which actually come in a paper bag, but it is the ONLY exception!), both of which you can buy online if you can't find them in the store.

    Pimento Cheese Grits

    Super easy Pimento Cheese Grits make an amazing, warming breakfast, or are a delicious dinner side dish with pork chops
    5 from 3 votes
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    Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Sides
    Cuisine: Southern
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Author: Basil and Bubbly

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup of Stone Ground Grits
    • ½ teaspoon Salt
    • 4 cups Water
    • 2 Tablespoons Butter
    • ½ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
    • 5 ounce block Sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded
    • 2 heaping Tablespoons of Chopped Pimentos drained
    • ½ Tablespoon Juice from Pimento Jar
    • a Pinch scant ⅛th teaspoon Red Chili Flakes

    Instructions

    • In a heavy-bottomed sauce pan, add the salt to the water and bring to a boil.
    • Add the grits, reduce heat to low, stir thoroughly, and cover.
    • Cook for 18 - 20 minutes on low, covered.
    • Add butter, black pepper, cheese, pimentos, pimento juice, and chili flakes and stir to combine.
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    1. Katie Crenshaw says

      April 25, 2016 at 6:32 pm

      5 stars
      OH MY! These grits look fabulous!!! These are a must try!!! Thanks for the recipe!

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    2. Tina Dawson says

      April 25, 2016 at 6:04 pm

      5 stars
      I've never tried grits before. Seems like a great place to start!

      Reply
    3. Molly Kumar says

      April 25, 2016 at 5:58 pm

      This looks yummy - I've never cooked grits at home but your recipe is inspiring me to cook them soon.

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    4. Diana says

      April 25, 2016 at 4:51 pm

      This sounds very easy and delicious! Pinning for later!

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    5. Kathryn @ FoodieGirlChicago says

      April 25, 2016 at 3:54 pm

      Love the addition of the pimento cheese in these - they sound great!

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