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Grits: Cheesy Bacon Grits

Source of Recipe

Emeril Lagasse


List of Ingredients

1/2 pound chopped bacon
4 1/2 cups whole milk
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups quick white grits
1 cup grated white cheddar cheese


Recipe

Render the bacon in a saucepan, over medium high heat, cooking about 4 minutes. Add the milk, salt, cayenne, and butter and bring to a boil. Stir in the grits and reduce the heat to medium. Stir for 30 seconds, then add the cheese and stir until the cheese melts. Cook, uncovered, for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the grits are tender and creamy. Serve immediately. Yields: 4 servings