Parmesan Cheese Grits
Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of Parmesan Cheese Grits, a southern comfort classic elevated with bold, cheesy flavor. This easy-to-make recipe transforms humble grits into a creamy, luxurious dish by combining buttery goodness, smooth heavy cream, and the nutty sharpness of freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a side dish or a versatile base for topping with grilled shrimp, roasted vegetables, or other savory delights, it’s a comforting addition to any meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish boasts the irresistible combination of texture and flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether you use stone-ground grits for rustic richness or quick-cooking grits for convenience, Parmesan Cheese Grits are sure to impress with their hearty appeal and gourmet flair.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Grits (stone-ground or quick-cooking)
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated)
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 4 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of salt to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
Gradually whisk in 1 cup of grits to prevent clumping and reduce the heat to low.
Cover the saucepan and let the grits simmer gently, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, for 20 minutes for stone-ground grits or as per package instructions for quick-cooking grits.
Stir in 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 cup of heavy cream, mixing thoroughly to create a creamy texture.
Fold in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and stir until the cheese is fully melted and incorporated into the grits.
Season with 0.5 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to taste if desired.
Serve the Parmesan Cheese Grits hot as a side dish or as a base for grilled shrimp, roasted vegetables, or other toppings of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2369 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 172.2 g | 221% | |
| Saturated Fat | 103.6 g | 518% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 496 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 6234 mg | 271% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.4 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 98.0 g | 196% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 2688 mg | 207% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 377 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
