Quick Cheese Grits

Prep Time:

5 min

Cook Time:

10 min

Total Time:

15 min

Servings:

Quick Cheese Grits might be made with 5 simple ingredients, but the flavors in this dish are anything but that. Whether you serve cheese grits with savory bacon or sweet pancakes, or add it to the brunch menu, this cheesy side dish takes breakfast up a notch.

Ingredients

1/2 cup Quaker® Quick Grits - Original
2 cups water
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Dash of garlic powder (optional)
1/4 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Top with chopped scallions and/or 1 tsp butter, if desired

How to make it

1

Bring water to a boil; slowly stir in grits; return to a boil Reduce heat to medium-low and cook 4-5 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.
2

Add cheese and garlic powder.
3

Continue cooking 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until cheese is melted.
4

Add salt to taste; sprinkle with paprika.