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Quick Cheese Grits

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From EatingWell:  EatingWell Serves Two

Serve alongside spice-rubbed shrimp and sauteed greens.

2 servings, about 1/2 cup each | Active Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups water
• 6 tablespoons quick-cooking grits
• Pinch of salt
• Pinch of garlic powder
• 1/4 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• Pinch of paprika

Preparation

1. Combine water, grits, salt and garlic powder in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until desired consistency. Remove from the heat and stir in cheese and paprika, stirring until the cheese melts.

Nutrition

Per serving : 153 Calories; 5 g Fat; 3 g Sat; 0 g Mono; 15 mg Cholesterol; 23 g Carbohydrates; 6 g Protein; 1 g Fiber; 166 mg Sodium; 25 mg Potassium

Exchanges: 1 1/2 starch, 1/2 high-fat meat