Quick Cheese Grits

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Serve alongside spice-rubbed shrimp and sauteed greens.


Quick Cheese Grits Recipe

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

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