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Grits With Parmesan and Prosciutto

By: USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson  
"To avoid midmorning hunger, I eat smart but well at breakfast. Like grits. Often cooks will enliven this hot cereal with lots of cheddar cheese and bacon as a side dish. I substitute leaner Parmesan and prosciutto to get big taste for fewer calories."

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 3 cups water in a microwave-safe measuring cup
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 2 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, minced
  • 3/4 cup quick grits
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, preferably Reggiano
  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • Black pepper, to taste

Directions

  1. Microwave water until very hot, 3 to 4 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add prosciutto; saute until moisture evaporates and bits start to fry and crisp, about 3 minutes. Remove prosciutto; set aside.
  3. Add the hot water to the empty pan and bring to a boil. Whisk in grits and salt. Simmer, uncovered, over medium-low heat until thick, about 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in prosciutto, cheese, butter and pepper to taste. Let stand to cool and allow flavors to blend, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve.

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Amount Per Serving  Calories: 209 | Total Fat: 8.9g | Cholesterol: 20mg

 

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 14, 2006 by LINDA MCLEAN 
YUMMO! What a great breakfast treat! No need for the salt and to make it even more special, I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 18, 2005 by LESLIE30 
awesome!!! my first time as a first reviewer for an allrecipe! my boyfriend & i both like... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 25, 2008 by trishthedish725 Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
I loved this recipe. I also love grits, and think that most people who "hate" them have never... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 17, 2006 by LITTLEBIGJOHN 
Exceptional taste; even those not crazy about the thought of grits will give these powerful... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2009 by HannahDietitian 
Delicious even without the prosciutto if you want to make the recipes even healthier. This has... MORE

 
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