How to make Creamy Grits

There's a technique to getting delicious rich and creamy grits on the stovetop. Learn how to make rich and creamy grits every time following this method.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword creamy grits, how to make grits from scratch, southern grits

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Total Time 25

Servings people

Calories 400kcal

Author Tanya

Ingredients

3 cups water
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grits old fashion, stone ground recommended
2 Tablespoon unsalted butter
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Place water and heavy cream in a saucepan and bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
Whisk in grits, reduce heat to low, and cover. Cook over low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.*
The grits are done when the majority of liquid has been absorbed and the grits are nice and creamy.
Remove from heat and stir. Season to taste with butter, salt, and pepper.

Notes

*Adjust the cooking time for the kind of grits you’re cooking. Follow the times below:

Quick Cooking Grits: 5-7 minutes
Old Fashioned Grits - 15-20 minutes
Stone Ground Grits - 25-30 minutes

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