Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 cup (473 ml) water 
  • 3 cup (732 ml) milk, (sub with water (see notes) )
  • 1 bay leaf 
  • Salt and pepper, (to taste )
  • 1 cup (159 g) quick-cooking grits
  • 3-4 tablespoon (42.53 - 56.70 g) unsalted butter 
  • 1-2 cup (113 - 226 g) sharp cheddar cheese  
  • 1 cup (113 g) smoked Gouda  

Instruction

  • Start by adding water, milk, bay leaf, and salt to a heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil.
  • Gradually whisk in the grits a little at a time until you have added them all to the pot. Keep stirring with a whisk to prevent lumps. (You may have to remove the saucepan from heat while trying to get rid of any lumps.)
  • Reduce heat and cook grits at barely a simmer, covered, frequently stirring, until water is fully absorbed and grits thickened. It will take 10-15 minutes.
  • Remove grits from heat, add the butter and cheese, stirring with a whisk until cheese melts.
  • If your grits get too thick, just add more milk.
  • Enjoy piping hot! Top with more cheese and butter, if desired.