Best 8 Paula Deens Garlic Cheese Grits Recipes

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**Indulge in a Southern Comfort Food Classic: Paula Deen's Garlic Cheese Grits**

Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Southern cuisine with Paula Deen's Garlic Cheese Grits. This delectable dish combines the richness of melted cheese, the savory aroma of garlic, and the creamy texture of grits to create a harmonious symphony of flavors. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, these grits are guaranteed to satisfy your cravings and leave you feeling warm and content. Join us as we explore the secrets behind this classic recipe and discover the variations that add a unique twist to this beloved dish. From traditional Southern-style grits to more contemporary takes with added ingredients, we've got you covered. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the timeless charm of Paula Deen's Garlic Cheese Grits.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

PAULA DEEN'S BAKED GARLIC CHEESE GRITS



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Make and share this Paula Deen's Baked Garlic Cheese Grits recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Juenessa

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups regular grits
16 ounces cheddar cheese, cubed
1/2 cup milk
4 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup unsalted butter
8 ounces grated sharp white cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Grease a 4-quart casserole dish.
  • Bring the broth, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to a boil in a 2-quart saucepan.
  • Stir in the grits and whisk until completely combined.
  • Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the grits are thick, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Add the cubed Cheddar and milk and stir. Gradually stir in the eggs and butter, stirring until all are combined.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle with the white Cheddar and bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until set.

CHEESY GRITS



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Cheese grits are a Southern tradition. Paula shares an easy cheesy grits recipe that's perfect for any meal. Cheddar, and milk make this a creamy treat topped with bacon crumbles.

Provided by Paula Deen

Categories     Brunch     classics     comfort food     kid friendly     southern cooking

Time 10m

Yield 4-5

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 1/4 cups whole milk
1 cup quick cooking grits
1/2 stick butter
1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
for serving bacon crumbles

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring the milk to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Add the grits, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of pepper and the butter. Cook and stir frequently, until the grits are soft.
  • Stir in cheese and bacon.

PAULA DEENS CHEESE GRITS



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To say I LOVE Paula Deen and her recipes would be an understatement! This is a recipe from her magazine "Cooking With Paula Deen" Grits is the one breakfast food I will eat that is more like a cooked cereal (Which I normally call gruel" I grew up sneaking my daddys grits from his breakfast plate, and now have learned to eat them with the help of Paula Deen any time of the day. Try these wonderful grits as a side to your dinner dish instead of potatoes.

Provided by Chabear01

Categories     Grains

Time 25m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup grits, old fashioned
3/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon ground red pepper (I like to use red pepper flakes instead)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine broth and garlic. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Slowly stir in grits; reduce heat to low, and cook until grits are tender, stirring constantly, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in cheese, butter, and pepper.

PAULA DEEN'S GARLIC CHEESE GRITS



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Make and share this Paula Deen's Garlic Cheese Grits recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bama Chef

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups grits (I used quick-cooking)
3 (6 ounce) garlic cheese rolls, cut up (I use Kraft cheese food)
1/2 cup milk
4 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup butter
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease a 4-quart casserole dish.
  • Bring broth, salt and pepper to a boil in a 2-quart saucepan. Stir in grits and whisk until completely combined.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer until grits are thick.
  • Add garlic cheese and milk. Stir.
  • Gradually stir in eggs and butter, stirring until all are combined.
  • Pour mixture into prepared dish. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and bake for 45 minutes or until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.9, Fat 13.9, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 93.7, Sodium 722, Carbohydrate 21.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 0.6, Protein 9.3

KENTUCKY GARLIC CHEESE GRITS



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A wonderful dish that is a favorite for Derby Day (or any day) brunch.

Provided by Mark Ky

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Polenta Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ cup milk
1 egg
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 dash hot pepper sauce
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup quick-cooking grits
¼ cup butter
12 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  • Beat milk, egg, garlic powder, and hot pepper sauce in a bowl.
  • Bring water and salt to a boil in a saucepan; cook and stir grits in boiling water until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat; add butter and about 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese. Stir egg mixture into grits and pour grits into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle remaining Cheddar cheese over grits.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and grits are set, about 1 hour. Allow grits to cool 20 to 30 minutes before serving. Grits should be cornbread-like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 68 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 496.7 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

BOBBY FLAY'S JALAPENO CHEESE GRITS



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This is actually Bobby's wife's recipe (her name is Stephanie March); she makes them for him every year on his birthday. Awwww.... ;o)

Provided by Raquel Grinnell

Categories     Corn

Time P1DT10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups quick-cooking grits
2 1/2 cups extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 tablespoon hot sauce (recommended ( Tabasco)
3 large eggs, well beaten
2 jalapenos, finely diced
1/4 cup canned diced green chilis
garlic salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Cook the grits according to the directions on the back of the package (usually between 5-10 minutes), whisking the whole time to avoid lumps.
  • Remove from the heat and add next 6 ingredients (cheddar through chilies).
  • Stir well and season with garlic salt, to taste.
  • Pour into a buttered 9x9-inch baking dish and bake for 1 hour.
  • Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

PAULA DEEN'S GRILLADES AND GRITS



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Recipe by Paula Deen of The Lady and Son's in Savannah, GA. It's Mmmm-Good! I found that the cooking time may need to be increased to get the meat fork tender, so allow yourself some extra time. This can also be fixed in the crockpot.

Provided by Punky Julster

Categories     Stew

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 (3 lb) chuck roast, cut into 1-inch pieces
kosher salt
black pepper
garlic powder
cooking spray
1/3 cup all-purpose flour, plus
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons bacon grease
4 tablespoons cooking oil
1 large bell pepper, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
1 cup diced celery
3 large garlic cloves, minced
4 cups beef broth or 4 cups water
3 bay leaves
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons hot sauce (recommended ( Texas Pete)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
5 medium fresh tomatoes or 4 large fresh tomatoes, peeled and quartered
1 (10 ounce) can extra hot stewed tomatoes (recommended ( Ro-Tel)
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Season beef with kosher salt, black pepper and garlic powder.
  • Dust beef with about 1/3 cup flour and toss lightly.
  • Spray a cast iron Dutch oven with cooking spray.
  • Heat 4 tablespoons of bacon grease and 4 tablespoons of cooking oil (you may use all bacon grease, all solid shortening, or all cooking oil if desired).
  • Brown meat in hot fat and remove to a large bowl using a slotted spoon.
  • Leaving fat in Dutch oven, saute bell pepper, onions, celery, and garlic. Brown vegetables and remove to bowl with a slotted spoon, leaving fat in the pot.
  • Add or take away to total 3 tablespoons of fat to make your roux.
  • To make roux, add about 1/4 cup of flour, stirring constantly and slowly until flour is a nice deep brown, being careful not to burn the flour.
  • Slowly add 4 cups of beef broth or water and stir. Bring to a simmer and add back beef and vegetables.
  • Add bay leaves, thyme, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, dried basil and stir.
  • Add fresh tomatoes and 1 can extra hot tomatoes.
  • Simmer for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Just before serving, remove bay leaves and stir in 1/2 cup chopped parsley.
  • Serve over your favorite hot buttered grits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 638.7, Fat 47.3, SaturatedFat 17, Cholesterol 123.9, Sodium 903.7, Carbohydrate 17.8, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 5.9, Protein 35

CROCKPOT CHEESY SOUTHERN GRITS



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Make and share this Crockpot Cheesy Southern Grits recipe from Food.com.

Provided by toasterhead1

Categories     Breakfast

Time 6h15m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups regular grits (not the quick variety)
12 cups water
2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
3 -4 tablespoons butter
6 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Soften the butter.
  • Combine all ingredients except the shredded cheese.
  • Cook on low in the crock pot for 6-8 hours stirring occasionally.
  • About 15 - 30 minutes before serving stir in shredded cheese. Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the grits; they should be creamy and tender, not mushy.
  • Use a variety of cheeses for a more complex flavor. A good combination is cheddar, Parmesan, and mozzarella.
  • Add in some cooked bacon or sausage for a savory twist.
  • Top the grits with a fried or poached egg for a hearty and delicious breakfast.
  • Serve the grits as a side dish or main course.

Conclusion:

Paula Deen's Garlic Cheese Grits is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With its creamy texture, cheesy flavor, and garlicky aroma, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.

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