This Is The Best Ever Simple Cheesy Bacon Grits Recipes

THIS IS THE BEST EVER SIMPLE CHEESY BACON GRITS

Steps:

• In a small pan over moderate heat, saute the bacon until browned, about 5 minutes. Reserve.
• Meanwhile in a saucepan, bring the water to a boil and then add the salt. Add the grits, and when boiling again turn the heat down and simmer, stirring occasionally until thickened, about 5 minutes.
• Add the grated cheese and reserved bacon pieces. Continue to simmer stirring occasionally until the cheese is melted and the cheese and bacon are well incorporated into the grits. Serve immediately.

CHEDDAR BACON GRITS

Steps:

• In a 6-qt. stockpot, bring water to a boil. Slowly stir in grits, salt and paprika. Reduce heat; cook, covered, 15-20 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally., Reduce heat to low. Stir in cheese, bacon and chiles until cheese is melted. If desired, sprinkle with green onions.

CHEESY BACON AND GRITS CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels., Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, bring water, milk and salt to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat to low; cook, covered, until thickened, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Stir in 1-1/2 cups cheese until melted. Slowly stir in eggs until blended. Stir in bacon, corn and pepper. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese., Bake, uncovered, until edges are golden brown and cheese is melted, 35-40 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. If desired, serve with avocado. , Freeze option: Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove casserole from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake grits as directed until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°, increasing time to 45-55 minutes.

BEST BACON/CHEESE GRITS

Steps:

• Cook the grits according to package directions.
• Add the bacon, cheese and bacon grease.
• Keep stirring over low heat until the cheese melts; serve while hot.