Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 jalapeños, seeded and diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1 cup uncooked yellow grits
  • 2 cups (8 ounces) grated Colby-Jack cheese

Instruction

  • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter on medium-low and add the a jalapeños. While stirring occasionally, cook until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 more seconds. Remove the jalapeños and garlic from the pot.
  • Pour into the pot the milk and water, add the salt, then turn the heat to high. When the liquid comes to a boil, turn the heat down to low, add the grits, and stir until thick and creamy, about 5-8 minutes.
  • After the grits are done, stir in the cheese, jalapeños, garlic, and stir until the cheese has melted. Taste and add more salt if needed.