Cheesy Corn Grits W Country Ham Recipe 435

PARMESAN CORN GRITS W/ COUNTRY HAM RECIPE - (4.3/5)

Steps:

• Cook grits in boiling salted water as directed on package. In the meantime, heat a skillet over medium heat; add about 1/2 teaspoon oil and smear around with the back of a spoon, then add ham pieces and cook until lightly browned, stirring frequently. Remove from skillet and set aside until grits are done. When grits are done, whisk in the milk. Stir in the frozen corn kernels and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the butter, Parmesan, ham pieces, pepper and additional salt, to taste, stirring until the butter and Parmesan melts. (If needed for creaminess, thin grits with a little additional milk). Serve immediately, or cover and keep warm until serving time. Serve with eggs and toast or homemade biscuits and fresh brewed coffee.

CHEESY CORN GRITS W/ COUNTRY HAM RECIPE - (4.3/5)

Steps:

• Cook desired amount of grits in salted water as directed on package. (I used 1 c. quick-cooking white grits and 1 tsp salt in 3 1/2 cups boiling water) Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a small skillet; add ham pieces and saute until browned. Set aside. When grits are done, whisk in the milk and corn, cover and cook for another minute or two. Remove from heat and stir in the butter, black pepper, and cheese until melted. Taste and adjust seasonings to taste. Fold in ham pieces. Serve immediately with hot biscuits, scrambled eggs (or however you like them), and hot coffee. Keep grits covered to stay warm. (Stir in a little water to thin for desired creaminess). Thin any leftovers with a little water and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat in the microwave.

COUNTRY HAM WITH STONE-GROUND GRITS AND REDEYE GRAVY

Steps:

• In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir in the grits and return to a boil. Season with 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Decrease the heat to low and simmer until creamy and thick, stirring often, 45 to 60 minutes.
• Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the country ham and cook until crisped and golden brown on each side, about 5 minutes. Remove the ham and keep warm. Add the coffee and 1 cup water to the skillet, scraping up any brown bits with a wooden spoon. Simmer until the "gravy" has reduced to about 1/2 cup, 3 to 5 minutes.
• Spoon the hot grits into warmed bowls. Top each with a pat of butter and black pepper to taste. Top with the ham and ladle over the gravy. Serve immediately.

CHEESY CORN AND GRITS

Steps:

• In a medium saucepan bring water and vegetable (or chicken) granules to boiling.
• Gradually stir in grits.
• Remove from heat.
• Cover and let stand 5 minutes.
• Stir in onion and the 1/2 cup cheese.
• Stir in eggs, milk, and corn.
• Transfer to a lightly greased 1-quart casserole.
• Bake, uncovered, in a 350 degree oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until set in center.
• Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
• Let stand 1 to 2 minutes before serving to melt cheese.
• Makes 4 servings.

HAM & CHEESE GRITS CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, bring stock to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, covered, about 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. In a small bowl, stir a small amount of hot grits into egg substitute; return all to pan, mixing well., Add process cheese, milk and butter; stir until cheese is melted. Stir in ham, green onions and seasonings. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese., Bake, uncovered, 35-40 minutes or until edges are golden brown and cheese is melted. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

BAKED COUNTRY CHEESE GRITS

Steps:

• Boil the salted water, add grits, lower heat, cover, and simmer for 6 to 7 minutes.
• Fold in 1/2 cup cheddar, parmesan, garlic, and sour cream.
• Pour into lightly greased 8" casserole dish.
• Toss the remaining cheddar with the scallions and tomato.
• Sprinkle over the grits.
• Bake in 375F pre-heated oven for 15 minutes.