Ingredients

The following ingredients have 2 Servings
  • ½ cup old fashioned grits
  • 2 cups water
  • ½ teaspoon minced garlic
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder (to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (plus extra to taste)
  • ¾ cups sharp cheddar or gouda cheese (or extra to taste)
  • 2 TBSP unsalted butter
  • 2 TBSP milk (plus extra if desired to thin)
  • 2-4 fried eggs ((I like adding 2 to each bowl))
  • 2 handfuls of fresh baby arugula or spinach
  • everything bagel seasoning ((optional) to taste)
  • salt and pepper (to taste)
  • chopped green onion or chives to garnish

Instruction

  • Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan with garlic and salt.
  • Stir in grits, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until thick, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in cheese, butter, and milk.
  • I like my grits on the thicker side, but if you'd like them saucier, feel free to add a little extra milk or even cream if you prefer. Sometimes I go all out and add some extra cheese to the mix, just go for it!
  • Once the grits are hot and ready, spoon into two bowls and top each with a sprinkle or two everything bagel seasoning and top with freshly fried eggs and arugula. Garnish with green onion or chives if desired and season to taste. Enjoy!