Ham and White Cheddar Grits Recipe

Food Republic April 22, 2011

Ham and white cheddar grits—this Southern staple is a great addition to brunch. Grits are easy to make and perfect for serving a crowd. We’ve added ham and white cheddar, but feel free to spice yours up with roasted chilies or make them sweet with maple syrup.

Ham and White Cheddar Grits Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Serving Size: 8 servings

Ingredients

1 cup ham, cubed
2 cups grits
1 cup white cheddar cheese, shredded
extra virgin olive oil, for finishing

Directions

Cook the grits according to the package instructions — different grits have different cooking times. The general rule is usually 4 cups of milk or water for each cup of grits.
Once the grits are cooked, fold in the ham and shredded cheddar.
Season with salt and pepper. Finish off with a drizzle of good extra virgin olive oil.

Tags:
brunch
glazed ham
gluten-free
grits
holiday cooking

Ham and White Cheddar Grits Recipe

Ingredients

Directions

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