Let's Get Started:
1. Bring 4 cups water to a rapid boil in a heavy saucepan (you may start with 3 cups and add the 4th as needed while cooking—this may reduce cook time but will require a closer eye and more stirring).
2. Add 1 tsp salt and 2 Tbsp butter.
3. Add 1 cup grits and stir well until the water boils again.
4. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and continue cooking for about 25 minutes, stirring often and adding water if needed.
Cheese Pairing
Classic sharp yellow cheddar amplifies the sunny sweetness of yellow corn.
Finish
Stir in 1½ cups sharp yellow cheddar, 2 Tbsp butter, and a splash of whole milk for extra creaminess.
Let's Get Started:
1. Bring 4 cups water to a rapid boil in a heavy saucepan (you may start with 3 cups and add the 4th as needed while cooking—this may reduce cook time but will require a closer eye and more stirring).
2. Add 1 tsp salt and 2 Tbsp butter.
3. Add 1 cup grits and stir well until the water boils again.
4. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and continue cooking for about 25 minutes, stirring often and adding water if needed.
Cheese Pairing
Silky cream cheese smooths the clean, mellow flavor of white corn; Parmesan adds depth.
Finish
Blend in 4 oz cream cheese until fully melted, then stir in ½ cup grated Parmesan and a touch of nutmeg.
Let's Get Started:
1. Bring 4 cups water to a rapid boil in a heavy saucepan (you may start with 3 cups and add the 4th as needed while cooking—this may reduce cook time but will require a closer eye and more stirring).
2. Add 1 tsp salt and 2 Tbsp butter.
3. Add 1 cup grits and stir well until the water boils again.
4. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and continue cooking for about 25 minutes, stirring often and adding water if needed.
Cheese Pairing
Pepper Jack’s gentle spice perks up Speckled’s warm, rustic corn flavor.
Finish
Stir in 1½ cups shredded pepper jack, plus 2 Tbsp cream. Garnish with sliced scallions or a dash of hot sauce.