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Creamy Southern Grits

Published: Apr 5, 2017 · Modified: Jul 1, 2021 by Muna · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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Creamy Southern Grits another overhead image
This was actually my breakfast and I didn't plan to take pictures until the last moment 😉

I woke up this morning craving something different than my usual humble breakfast, so I made this creamy southern grits. I know that many enjoy eating grits but not actually making it since it needs to be cooked for a long time and if it’s not creamy you won’t enjoy it.

Creamy Southern Grits side shot

In this post, I will show you how I make creamy southern grits, that will make you fall in love in cooking grits. I will also mention few different versions of grits recipe so it doesn’t become boring for you. Think cheese, chicken stock, and milk.

Making creamy textured grits is easy but does take some time, around 23 minutes. Please do not let this discourage you. I have used 5 minutes grits in this recipe, yes, it says five minutes but if you want it to be creamy you have to give it those full 23 minutes on medium low heat.

Creamy Southern Grits overhead shot


A combination of milk and water is used in this recipe and of course a nice piece of butter. Now let’s get cooking.

In a pan, you will add the water and milk, you will need to add salt at this stage, I found that seasoning the grits after its half or full cooked just doesn’t taste all that good. The next step is to wait for this mixture to come to a boil.

Making Creamy Southern Grits.

Pour the grits into the water and milk mixture while stirring. Stir for another 2 minutes, reduce the heat and let it simmer. Cover the partially, and stir the grits every few minutes. The total cooking time will be 23 minutes but you will see how creamy it gets and will appreciate the wait.

Creamy Southern Grits in a plate

Grits tastes great with Gravy and shrimps, if you want to step up your game, then add cheese but do so after you turn the heat off, this will allow the cheese to evenly melt and maintain a creamy consistency.

Ok now, set your timer to 23 minutes and let’s make smooth and creamy southern grits!

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Creamy Southern Grits

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Cook Time: 23 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes
Servings: 1
Author: Muna Kenny

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup milk
  • ¼ cup 5-minute grits
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  • In a pan, add water, milk, and salt. You can add black pepper if you wish.
  • When the water and milk come to a boil, Add the grits while stirring. Stir for two minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir occasionally to avoid burning the grits. Do this every two to three minutes.
  • When the 23 minutes are up, turn off the heat and add the butter. Stir to combine.
  • Serve immediately.
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  1. Angie@Angie's Recipes

    April 06, 2017 at 9:47 am

    Have never had grits...it looks so creamy..almost like mashed potatoes.

    Reply
    • munatycooking

      April 09, 2017 at 8:43 pm

      You are missing a lot, Angie 🙂 Grits is delicious!

      Reply
  2. Maureen | Orgasmic Chef

    April 09, 2017 at 9:17 pm

    I haven't had grits since I left the South - now you've made me hungry. 🙂

    Reply
    • munatycooking

      April 12, 2017 at 8:29 am

      Southern dishes are irresistible, I haven't tried anything that I didn't like yet!

      Reply
  3. Robin Rue

    April 19, 2017 at 8:32 am

    Grits are non-existent here in the northeast unless we make them ourselves. Yours sound awesome 🙂

    Reply
  4. Amber Myers

    April 19, 2017 at 3:05 pm

    Mmmm, this looks so good. It's been ages since I've had grits.

    Reply
  5. Author Brandi Kennedy

    April 19, 2017 at 4:44 pm

    Well I am a southern girl and this TOTALLY made me want breakfast for dinner tonight, just so I can whip up some grits! Yum!

    Reply
  6. Ana De- Jesus

    April 19, 2017 at 7:15 pm

    Ooh it looks so tasty! I have never tried grits before but it looks like something I would enjoy, yum x

    Reply
  7. Erin Maycroft

    April 19, 2017 at 11:47 pm

    This looks delicious. And I would imagine a very versatile side dish. Can't wait to try!

    Reply
  8. Sincerely Ophelia

    April 20, 2017 at 12:52 am

    I love southern cooking. I always stop by a local place when I'm down south. Love their breakfasts! Awesome share!

    XOXO // Check out my latest post if you like 😉
    SINCERELY OPHELIA | HOW TO | Small Bag in a Big City

    Reply
  9. stacey

    April 20, 2017 at 4:54 am

    I make good grits for the fam, but I don't like them myself.

    Reply
  10. Bel

    April 20, 2017 at 6:42 am

    Because I eat cheese only on pizza, I think I'll try the chicken variation

    Reply
  11. Glenda

    April 20, 2017 at 1:21 pm

    I've never had grits before. But your southern grits is making me really hungry right now.

    Reply
  12. Terri Beavers

    April 20, 2017 at 3:08 pm

    Oh my gosh, one of my favorite breakfast dishes (and sometimes dinner). I haven't made them like this before but I'll try it next time.

    Reply
  13. Megan

    April 20, 2017 at 10:07 pm

    Ok I have a confession: I'm southern and I don't like grits! I've tried but I can't! Your presentation of them looks really great though!

    Reply
  14. Azlin Bloor

    April 21, 2017 at 5:26 am

    Not something I have much of but I do love it! Yours looks really awesome and you make it sound so easy!

    Reply
  15. Crystal

    April 21, 2017 at 9:40 am

    I've never had grits - they are just not a popular dish where I'm from.

    Reply
  16. Wanderlust Vegans

    April 21, 2017 at 6:21 pm

    I have never heard of girts. I will google and see if anyone has veganised this! 😛

    Reply
  17. Karen Jolly

    April 21, 2017 at 10:08 pm

    Thanks for the recipe. I love grits for breakfast but I haven't tried this with gravy and shrimp before. This must be a good idea to try.
    ~ ONE SPORTY MOTHER

    Reply
  18. Elizabeth O.

    April 22, 2017 at 1:07 am

    Wow! This is a classic recipe and it would be nice to learn how to make it. Thanks for sharing your recipe, I can't wait to make it for the family.

    Reply
  19. Carol Cassara

    April 22, 2017 at 1:09 am

    It's a simple dish and that's what makes it beautiful. This is definitely something that I'd want to have for breakfast.

    Reply
  20. jenjen

    April 26, 2017 at 7:56 am

    WOW! Very tempting and looks delicious

    Reply
  21. Blair villanueva

    April 27, 2017 at 3:15 am

    This is something new for me. I would try this recipe too at home 🙂

    Reply
  22. Otilia

    April 27, 2017 at 7:10 am

    Yummy! I might have to make this!

    Reply
  23. Shannon Patterson

    May 30, 2017 at 1:25 pm

    I tried grits once and they were so nasty that I never was brave enough to try it again. This recipe looks very simple and super yummy though, so I'll have to give grits another try!

    Reply
    • munatycooking

      May 31, 2017 at 11:43 am

      I had a bad experience with grits too but never gave up and perfected it, hope you like my recipe 🙂

      Reply

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