Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose
Avoid this recipe if you are lactose intolerant.
Sodium
This is NOT a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
No specific GERD triggers.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.
"Kiss my grits!"
-Polly Holliday, Actress
Grits are the same thing as polenta and have been eaten by the Italians for years. Not so redneck after all (well maybe this healthy recipe is).
Servings = 12 | Serving size =about a cup
Cooking Time = 45 Minutes
I would not double this recipe but make two separate batches. Leftovers, however, are pretty good.
| 8 cups | water |
| 2 cups | old fashioned grits |
| 1 tsp | salt |
| 6 ounces | low-fat sharp cheddar cheese (grated) |
| 1/2 cup | 2% milk |
Place the water in a medium sauce pan (at least 6 quart size) and heat over high heat.
As the water begins to boil slowly add the grits stirring constantly.
Reduce the heat to medium high and add the salt stirring well.
Cook the grits for 12 minutes, stirring to keep them from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
As the grits are cooking preheat oven to 325°F.
Remove from the heat and stir in the cheese and milk.
When the cheese has melted, pour the grits into a 12 inch oblong Pyrex dish.
Bake in the oven for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size = about a cup
Servings = 12
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Amount Per Serving
| Calories 126 | Calories from Fat 13 |
| % Daily Value |
| Total Fat 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat 1g | 4% |
| Monounsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Trans Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium 284mg | 12% |
| Total Carbohydrates 21g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 2% |
| Sugars 1g | |
| Protein 6g |
| Vitamin A 2% | Vitamin C 0% |
| Calcium 7% | Iron 6% |
| Vitamin K 0 mcg | Potassium 60 mg |
| Magnesium 10 mg | |