Versatile grits make an appearance in this
simple cheese, pepper and mushroom dish. A hearty and comforting
main dish for cool weather.
Cheesy
Grits with Mushrooms and Peppers
- 4 cups water
1 cup quick grits
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
6 slices bacon, coarsely chopped
1 cup chopped green onions
3/4 cup diced green bell pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- Bring water to a boil
in a medium, covered saucepan; slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat
to low. Cook, covered, for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add cheese and hot pepper
sauce to saucepan; stir until cheese is melted. Cover; keep warm.
- Cook bacon over medium
heat in a large skillet until brown but not crisp. Remove bacon;
reserve drippings. Sauté green onions, bell pepper and
garlic in drippings for 2 to 3 minutes. Add mushroom; cook for
2 to 3 minutes or until tender.
- Place cheesy grits in
a shallow serving bowl. Top with mushroom mixture; sprinkle with
bacon. Serve immediately.
Makes 8 servings.
Dish Suggestion: Add 8
ounces peeled and deveined medium raw shrimp and 2 tablespoons
fresh lemon juice to pan with mushrooms. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes
or until shrimp turn pink. Serve as above.
Recipe and photograph are
the property of Nestlé® and Meals.com, used with permission.
