Cheesy Southern Grits with Egg
Creamy stone-ground grits loaded with sharp cheddar and a runny egg on top — the Southern breakfast that converts Northerners instantly
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🛒 Ingredients
- 1/2 cup quick-cooking grits
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup milk
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1Bring 2 cups water + 1 cup milk to a boil with a pinch of salt
- 2Whisk in grits, reduce to medium-low, stir constantly 5–7 min
- 3Remove from heat, stir in butter and cheddar until melted
- 4In a separate pan, fry eggs to your preference — 2–3 min
- 5Spoon grits into bowls, top each with a fried egg
- 6Crack black pepper over everything and serve hot
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