Best 6 Barefoot Contessa Blue Cheese Grits Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful Southern comfort food experience with our curated collection of Blue Cheese Grits recipes, inspired by the culinary expertise of Ina Garten, the beloved Barefoot Contessa. These creamy, cheesy grits are elevated with the tangy, savory notes of blue cheese, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Whether you prefer a classic preparation or a modern twist, we have a recipe that will satisfy your cravings. From the traditional Southern-style grits to the more adventurous variations featuring roasted vegetables or crispy bacon, each recipe offers a unique take on this classic dish. Discover the perfect Blue Cheese Grits recipe to impress your family and friends at your next brunch, lunch, or dinner gathering.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED POLENTA WITH MUSHROOMS & BLUE CHEESE



Baked Polenta with Mushrooms & Blue Cheese image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 large portobello mushrooms (about 1 1/2 pounds), stems discarded
3 tablespoons good olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 1/2 cups good chicken stock, preferably homemade
2 cups half-and-half
3/4 cup fine cornmeal
1/4 cup imported Italian mascarpone cheese
4 ounces Gorgonzola piccante, crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Brush the mushroom caps gently with a clean cloth to wipe away any dirt. Arrange them, underside up, on a sheet pan, drizzle with the olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Bake for 20 minutes, until tender. Set aside. Lower the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Meanwhile, make the polenta. Pour the stock and half-and-half into a large saucepan and bring it to a boil. Lower the heat and, while whisking constantly, slowly sprinkle the cornmeal into the boiling liquid. Simmer for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring almost constantly with a wooden spoon, until the polenta is thick and smooth. Off the heat, stir in the mascarpone, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Pour into an 8 x 11 x 2-inch baking dish.
  • Arrange the mushrooms, underside up, in one layer over the polenta. Sprinkle on the Gorgonzola and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the polenta is bubbly and the cheese is melted. Sprinkle with salt and serve hot.

BAREFOOT CONTESSA'S BLUE CHEESE COLE SLAW



Barefoot Contessa's Blue Cheese Cole Slaw image

Terrific slaw to pair with barbeque brisket, try using leftovers to top grilled hamburgers for a delicious pairing. This slaw is also wonderful with diced or shredded apple in it along with walnuts if you want to get fancy. It's also a very cute Fourth of July pun (White cabbage, Red cabbage, Blue cheese!). Add the sauce judiciously, as the cabbage amounts can vary according to the size of the heads. While the recipe calls for a good Roquefort, you don't have to buy expensive blue cheese for this slaw to still taste deeeeelish! Prep time does not include chilling for several hours to allow the flavors to meld.

Provided by Lizzymommy

Categories     Cheese

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 green cabbage (small head)
1/2 red cabbage (small head)
4 large carrots (scrubbed or peeled)
2 cups good mayonnaise
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups blue cheese, crumbled (roquefort is perfect)
1 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • Cut the cabbages in half and then in quarters and cut out the cores. Set up the food processor with the slicing blade (according to manufacturer's instructions) and place the pieces of cabbage, one at a time, lying horizontally in the feed tube. (If they don't fit, cut them to fit lying down.) Place the feed tube pusher on top and turn on the processor. Don't push on the feed tube pusher or the slices will turn out too thick! Continue with the remaining red and green cabbage quarters. Transfer into a large bowl, discarding any very large pieces. Before you pour the dressing on the salad, save a handful of the grated vegetables to decorate for serving.
  • Change the slicing blade for the large shredding blade and cut the carrots so they also lie down in the feed tube. Since the carrots are hard, replace the feed tube pusher and press firmly with the food processor on. Transfer to bowl with the cabbages.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, both mustards, vinegar, celery salt, kosher salt, and pepper. Pour enough mayonnaise dressing over the grated vegetables and toss to moisten well. Add crumbled blue cheese and parsley and toss together. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for several hours to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold or at room temperature.

BAREFOOT CONTESSA'S CREAMY CHEDDAR GRITS



Barefoot Contessa's Creamy Cheddar Grits image

Make and share this Barefoot Contessa's Creamy Cheddar Grits recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Renee D

Categories     High In...

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 side dishes, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 teaspoons salt
1 cup quick-cooking grits
1 1/4 cups half-and-half
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1 1/2 cups old cheddar cheese, grated
4 stalks green onions, chopped
black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the salt, then slowly add the grits in a thin steady stream. Stir constantly with a wooden spoon. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until grits thicken, 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the half and half and butter to the grits and stir. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and cook, stirring occasionally for 45 minutes, until very smooth and creamy. Off the heat, stir in the cheddar cheese, green onions, and pepper. Season to taste and serve hot.

BLUE CHEESE SOUFFLE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 2 to 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing the dish
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan, plus extra for sprinkling
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup scalded milk
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Pinch cayenne pepper
Pinch nutmeg
4 extra-large egg yolks, at room temperature
3 ounces good Roquefort cheese, chopped
5 extra-large egg whites, at room temperature
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Butter the inside of an 8-cup souffle dish (7 1/2 inches in diameter and 3 1/4 inches deep) and sprinkle evenly with Parmesan.
  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. With a wooden spoon, stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Off the heat, whisk in the hot milk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, the cayenne, and nutmeg. Cook over low heat, whisking constantly, for 1 minute, until smooth and thick.
  • Off the heat, while still hot, whisk in the egg yolks, one at a time. Stir in the Roquefort and the 1/4 cup of Parmesan and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  • Put the egg whites, cream of tartar, and a pinch of salt in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on low speed for 1 minute, on medium speed for 1 minute, then finally on high speed until they form firm, glossy peaks.
  • Whisk 1/4 of the egg whites into the cheese sauce to lighten and then fold in the rest. Pour into the souffle dish, then smooth the top. Draw a large circle on top with the spatula to help the souffle rise evenly, and place in the middle of the oven. Turn the temperature down to 375 degrees F. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes (don't peek!) until puffed and brown. Serve immediately.

CREAMY CHEDDAR GRITS



Creamy Cheddar Grits image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup fine quick-cooking grits (not instant)
1 1/4 cups half-and-half
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups grated aged sharp Cheddar cheese (4 ounces)
1/2 cup chopped scallions, white and green parts (4 scallions)
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Grated Cheddar and chopped scallions, for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a heavy 4-quart saucepan. Add the salt, then slowly add the grits in a thin, steady stream, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the grits thicken, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add the half-and-half and butter to the grits and stir. The mixture will seem thin but it will thicken as it cooks. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and cook, stirring occasionally for 45 minutes, until very smooth and creamy. Off the heat, stir in the Cheddar, scallions, and pepper. Season to taste and serve hot with a sprinkle of grated cheese and scallions.

BLUE CHEESE SOUFFLE (BAREFOOT CONTESSA) INA GARTEN



Blue Cheese Souffle (Barefoot Contessa) Ina Garten image

Found it in Barefoot in Paris, 2004. I love cheese souffles and this one was not listed and I am partial to Ina Garten. Updated: serve with Chambord and fresh or frozen fruit.

Provided by Manami

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons unsalted butter or 3 tablespoons unsalted margarine, plus extra for greasing the dish
1/4 cup finely grated fresh parmesan cheese, plus extra for sprinkling
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup scalded milk
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 pinch nutmeg
4 extra-large egg yolks, at room temperature
3 ounces good Roquefort cheese, chopped (Stilton)
5 extra large egg whites, at room temperature
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
fresh fruit or frozen fruit

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400ºF.
  • Butter the inside of an 8" souffle dish (7 & 1/2 inches in diameter and 3 & 1/4 inches deep) and sprinkle evenly with Parmesan cheese.
  • Melt the butter or margarine in a small saucepan over low heat. With a wooden spoon, stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Off the heat whisk in the hot milk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, the cayenne and nutmeg. Cook over low heat, whisking constantly, for 1 minute, until smooth and thick.
  • Off the heat while still hot, whisk in egg yolks, one at a time. Stir in the Roquefort and the 1/4 cup of Parmesan and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  • Put the egg whites, cream of tartar, and a pinch of salt in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachement. Beat on low speed for 1 minute, on medium speed for 1 minute, then finally on high speed until they form firm, glossy peaks.
  • Whisk 1/4 of the egg whites into the cheese sauce to lighten and then fold in the rest.
  • Pour into souffle dish, then smooth the top, GENTLY. Draw a circle on top with the spatula to help the souffle rise evenly and place in the middle of the oven.
  • Turn the temperature down to 375ºF. Bake 30-35 minutes(don't peek) until puffed and brown.
  • Serve immediately with Chambord and fresh or/& frozen fruit.

Tips:

  • To ensure the grits are creamy and not lumpy, whisk them constantly while slowly adding the milk.
  • Use freshly grated blue cheese for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have any heavy cream on hand, you can use milk instead. However, the grits will be slightly less creamy.
  • Season the grits to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Serve the grits immediately, topped with additional blue cheese and chives.

Conclusion:

Barefoot Contessa's blue cheese grits are a delicious and easy-to-make Southern side dish. They are perfect for a special brunch or dinner. The creamy grits are flavored with blue cheese, Parmesan cheese, and sharp cheddar cheese. They are then topped with additional blue cheese and chives. These grits are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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