Garlic Grits Recipe
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Garlic Grits

By: Maggie 
"I love grits, which is strange since I was raised in Wisconsin. My husband on the other hand hates them and he was raised in the south. He however loves these garlicky, cheesy grits. This is a great dish to serve with barbequed ribs or chicken"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.6 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (17)

Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
25 Min
Ready In:
35 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 to 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 quart water
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup quick-cooking grits
  • 1 1/2 cups diced processed cheese
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup milk

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart casserole dish.
  2. Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan with garlic and salt. Stir in grits, reduce heat to low, and cook until thick, about 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and stir in cheese and butter until melted. In a small bowl, whisk together egg and milk, then stir into grits. Pour grits mixture into greased casserole dish.
  3. Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until firm.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 378 | Total Fat: 24.2g | Cholesterol: 100mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 30, 2005 by ChefHenry   view full review
Very good recipe. The grits was very creamy with just a hint of garlic....just right to me. If...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 14, 2011 by lutzflcat Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I know that there are Velveeta haters out there but, honestly folks, it works well in this...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 15, 2005 by aaw   view full review
My family has used a recipe just like this for the several years. It has become a standard at...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 24, 2003 by LyricalCarol   view full review
This recipe was easy and goodness it is good, couldn't wait for the next meal to eat the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 24, 2003 by MADAMBUTTERFLY   view full review
Delicious. With some minor personal changes (used less garlic so it would not overpower the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 27, 2005 by SMANN   view full review
these were delicious! i brought them to a supper club and several people who said that they...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 9, 2006 by MRSDAVE   view full review
Excellent! Used two cloves of garlic, and it was VERY garlicky. I might add another egg next...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 28, 2011 by JAK3G   view full review
Excellent, fast, easy side dish! I made bbq tilapia tonight and had this as my side dish. I am...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 21, 2008 by JHWILL   view full review
Great recipe! I would say to cook them longer than the recipe recommends, 25-30 mins. Also,...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 10, 2007 by Momma Byrd   view full review
This recipe was an excellent addition to our Supper Club night. It complemented everything...

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