Southern Grits Rice Style
Indulge in the hearty, creamy comfort of Southern Grits Rice Style, a unique twist on classic Southern grits that swaps stone-ground cornmeal for tender long-grain white rice. This rich and flavorful dish combines perfectly simmered rice with whole milk, sharp cheddar cheese, and a touch of heavy cream for a luscious, velvety texture. Enhanced with the savory goodness of butter and the optional additions of crumbled bacon and fresh green onions, this recipe delivers a soulful, indulgent experience. Whether served as a warm, satisfying breakfast or as a decadent side dish to your favorite Southern-inspired meal, Southern Grits Rice Style is a true celebration of comfort food with a modern twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (optional)
- 0.25 cup chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch, then drain thoroughly.
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, milk, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Heat over medium-high heat until the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
Stir in the rinsed rice and reduce the heat to low. Cover the saucepan with a lid and simmer for 18-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom.
Once the rice is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed, add the butter, heavy cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until everything is fully incorporated and the mixture becomes thick and creamy.
Season with black pepper and additional salt, if needed, to taste.
For extra flavor, stir in the cooked and crumbled bacon or use it as a garnish. Add chopped green onions on top for a fresh pop of color and flavor, if desired.
Serve the 'Southern Grits Rice Style' warm as a comforting breakfast dish or as a side to complement your favorite Southern-inspired meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
401 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.6 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.3 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 82 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 964 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 16.3 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 301 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 246 mg | 5% | |
*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.
