Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 cup milk ((any kind))
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon white or brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup quick cooking (5 minute) grits
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 peach (peeled and diced)
  • 1 pinch cinnamon
  • 1 pinch vanilla bean powder ((or few drops vanilla extract))
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon water

Instruction

  • Prepare the grits: In a medium pot (about 2 quarts), combine the milk, water, and sugar. Heat over medium-high heat until almost boiling (you'll see steam coming off the surface). Gradually add the grits while whisking constantly. Lower the heat to medium-low and continue to cook for about 3-5 minutes until the grits have thickened a little, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and allow to stand for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened to your liking. Allow to stand for 5 more minutes before serving to cool down. 
  • Prepare the caramelized peaches (start on these while the grits are cooking): In a small saucepan, melt the butter and add the diced peaches, cinnamon, and vanilla bean powder. Cook over medium heat for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the brown sugar and water, stir, and continue to cook for about 2 minutes, or longer if you prefer softer peaches. Remove from heat. 
  • Serve the grits: Pour the grits into 2 bowls (or 4 bowls if serving kids) and top each bowl with the caramelized peaches, making sure to get the brown sugar syrup into each bowl.