Cheese Grits

By MaryEllen

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup grits
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup butter
• 3 oz Boursin Garlic-Herb cheese
• 3 oz sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 1 egg, beaten
• Servings: 6, 2/3 cup servings
• Reviews
• 4 stars - This recipe is from Rancho Santiago College. I'd never tasted grits before and was prepared to dislike them. This recipe really changed my mind! - ME 1/21/2007

Preparation

Step 1

1. Place grits in a 1 1/2 qt saucepan. Gradually stir in water and milk. Place over medium-high heat and cook stirring constantly until mixture is thick, about 3-5 minutes. Add margarine and blend thoroughly. Remove from heat and stir in cheeses until mixture is smooth and slightly cooled. Beat in egg. Pour into lightly greased 1 qt. microwave safe casserole. Microwave at 70% power for 5 minutes. Let stand additional 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1/6 of a recipe (4.9 ounces).
Percent daily values based on the Reference Daily Intake (RDI) for a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutrition information calculated from recipe ingredients.
Amount Per Serving
Calories 262.45
Calories From Fat (67%) 176.38
% Daily Value
Total Fat 20.29g 31%
Saturated Fat 12.89g 64%
Cholesterol 90.26mg 30%
Sodium 212.83mg 9%
Potassium 106.14mg 3%
Total Carbohydrates 12.93g 4%
Fiber 0.21g <1%
Sugar 2.28g
Protein 8.09g 16%