Yankee Grits
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From EatingWell: September/October 2010Sweet maple syrup turns grits in a northerly direction. Milk adds creaminess and gives this satisfying breakfast staying power.
1 serving, about 1 cup | Active Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat milk or water
- 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup quick-cooking grits (see Note)
- 2 tablespoons raisins, dried cranberries or chopped dried fruit
Preparation
- Bring milk (or water), syrup and salt to a boil in a small saucepan over high heat. Slowly whisk in grits, reduce heat to medium-low, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 3 to 4 minutes. Let stand for 1 minute. Serve sprinkled with dried fruit.
Nutrition
Per serving : 336 Calories; 3 g Fat; 2 g Sat; 1 g Mono; 12 mg Cholesterol; 66 g Carbohydrates; 12 g Protein; 2 g Fiber; 256 mg Sodium; 584 mg Potassium
4 1/2 Carbohydrate Serving
Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fruit, 1 low-fat milk, 1/2 other carbohydrate
Tips & Notes
- Note: Look for quick grits near oatmeal and other hot cereals or near cornmeal in the baking aisle.