Grits with Broiled Tomatoes

By kathryns

Note: broil tomato slices to just lightly charred on edges first

Ingredients

• 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
• 1 cup white grits
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 8 ounces (2 cups) coarsely grated cheddar cheese, divided
• Freshly ground pepper
• 2 slices thickly sliced cooked bacon, crumbled
• 6 Broiled Tomato Slices

Preparation

Step 1

1. Bring 4 cups of water and salt to a boil in a medium pot over high heat. Stirring constantly, add grits in a slow, steady stream. Lower heat to maintain a rapid simmer and cook, stirring, until water is absorbed and grits are smooth, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter and 1 1/2 cups cheddar. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

2. Preheat broiler. Divide grits among six small, shallow, ovenproof bowls. Sprinkle evenly with bacon and top with a tomato slice. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Transfer bowls to a rimmed baking sheet and broil until cheese melts and is bubbling, about 1 minute. Serve immediately.