Cheese Grits Recipe (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 3 cups water.
02 - 1 cup heavy cream.
03 - 8 tablespoons butter, divided.
04 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt.
05 - 1 pound sharp cheddar cheese.
06 - 1 cup old-fashioned grits.
07 - Tabasco sauce to taste.

# Instructions:

01 - Combine water, heavy cream, half the butter (4 tablespoons), and salt in medium saucepan.
02 - Bring liquid mixture to full boil over medium-high heat while grating cheese.
03 - Grate sharp cheddar on large holes of box grater to yield about 4 cups.
04 - Slowly pour grits into boiling liquid while stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
05 - Reduce heat immediately to low once grits are incorporated.
06 - Simmer grits for 20 minutes, stirring frequently until liquid absorbs and grits become tender.
07 - Add grated cheese to cooked grits and stir until completely melted.
08 - Mix in remaining butter (4 tablespoons) until fully incorporated.
09 - Add few drops Tabasco sauce to enhance flavors.
10 - Taste and adjust salt level as needed.
11 - Serve hot immediately with extra Tabasco on side.
12 - Alternatively, transfer to baking dish to keep warm in oven.

# Notes:

01 - Southern classic.
02 - Rich and creamy.
03 - Simple ingredients.
04 - Perfect side dish.

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