Cheese Grits

Ingredients

• 1 C grits
• 2 C vegetable stock
• 1 C milk
• 1 C half and half
• 4-8 oz cheese

Directions

1. Start Grits: Bring stock to a boil and whisk in the grits.
2. Add Dairy: As the grits thicken, gradually add the milk mixture, stirring continuously.
3. Add Cheese: When about ¾ of the milk mixture is incorporated, stir in the cheese until melted.
4. Finish: Add remaining milk mixture and continue stirring to prevent sticking. Grits should be rich and creamy, not overly thick.

Chef's Notes

• You can use pepper jack or a cheddar blend.
• Smoked Cajun cheese (available at Aldi and Trader Joe's) also works very well and adds a nice smoky depth.

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