Southern Style Cheesy Jalapeno Grits
Carne Diem Culinary
This southern side is kicked up a notch with the addition of jalapenos, cheddar and pepperjack cheese. The spicy grits are perfect for shrimp and grits or as a side to your favorite Southern meals.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Southern
Servings 4 people
Calories 422 kcal
1 cup Quick Cook Grits 2 cups Milk 2 cups Water 2 Jalapenos diced 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded ½ cup Pepperjack Cheese shredded 2 Tablespoons Butter 1 teaspoon Salt
Melt butter in a medium pot and saute jalapenos for about 3 minutes.
Mix in the salt, milk, and water and bring to a hard boil.
Whisk in the grits slowly, making sure they do not stick to the bottom.
Reduce heat to simmer, cover and cook for 7 minutes.
Remove the lid and stir the grits well, making sure it is well combined then stir in the cheese and stir for about 1 minute to combine.
Cover to keep warm until needed.
Calories: 422 kcal Carbohydrates: 36 g Protein: 18 g Fat: 24 g Saturated Fat: 15 g Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g Monounsaturated Fat: 6 g Trans Fat: 1 g Cholesterol: 69 mg Sodium: 651 mg Potassium: 273 mg Fiber: 2 g Sugar: 7 g Vitamin A: 840 IU Vitamin C: 8 mg Calcium: 455 mg Iron: 2 mg
Keyword cheesy, Homestyle, jalapeno, Southern