Description
Baked Cheesy Grits are a quintessential Southern comfort food, perfect for cozy gatherings or family dinners. This dish features creamy grits blended with sharp white cheddar cheese, delivering a rich, velvety texture that will leave everyone asking for seconds. With a hint of cayenne pepper for a subtle kick, these grits serve as an irresistible side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, fried chicken, or even as a hearty breakfast option. Easy to prepare and delightful in flavor, Baked Cheesy Grits are destined to become a staple on your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- 6 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cups instant white grits
- 2 cups grated sharp white cheddar, divided
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon of butter.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine milk, salt, cayenne pepper, and the remaining butter. Bring to a boil.
- Gradually stir in the grits and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook uncovered for 6 to 8 minutes until creamy.
- Stir in 1 cup of cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 40mg