GRITS PIE

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Simple, southern and scrumptious, this pie will be a definite hit even with people who dislike grits. It has the perfect custardy texture.-Victoria Hudson, Pickens, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup water
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup quick-cooking grits
1/2 cup butter, cubed
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
1/4 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)
Whipped cream, orange slices or sliced fresh strawberries, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 4-5 minutes or until thickened. Add butter; stir until melted. Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature., In a small bowl, whisk the sugar, flour, eggs, buttermilk and vanilla. Slowly stir into grits. Roll out pastry to fit a 9-in. pie plate. Transfer pastry to pie plate. Trim pastry to 1/2 in. beyond edge of plate; flute edges. Add filling., Bake at 325° for 30-35 minutes or just until set. Serve warm or cool to room temperature. Garnish with whipped cream and orange or strawberries if desired.

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Caleb Abwavo
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I'm not a fan of grits, but I loved this pie! The cornbread crust was perfectly crispy and the grits filling was creamy and cheesy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a unique and delicious side dish.


Jamelle Felix
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This grits pie was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The cornbread crust was delicious and the grits filling was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a unique and delicious side dish


Karl Smalley
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I made this grits pie for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The cornbread crust was perfectly crispy and the grits filling was creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


MH Himel
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This grits pie was easy to make and turned out great! I used sharp cheddar cheese and it gave the pie a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again.


Muhammad Junaid
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I'm not a fan of grits, but I loved this pie! The cornbread crust was perfectly crispy and the grits filling was creamy and cheesy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a unique and delicious side dish.


Jacob Mendez
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This grits pie was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The cornbread crust was delicious and the grits filling was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a unique and delicious side dish


Edgar Corona
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I made this grits pie for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The cornbread crust was perfectly crispy and the grits filling was creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


Trudylicious Videos
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This grits pie was easy to make and turned out great! I used sharp cheddar cheese and it gave the pie a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again.


Sumon Raj
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I'm not a fan of grits, but I loved this pie! The cornbread crust was perfectly crispy and the grits filling was creamy and cheesy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a unique and delicious side dish.


Musabin Shomsher
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This grits pie was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The cornbread crust was delicious and the grits filling was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a unique and delicious side dish


Dinuka Dilshan
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I made this grits pie for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The cornbread crust was perfectly crispy and the grits filling was creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


Emerald Baafi
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This grits pie was easy to make and turned out great! I used sharp cheddar cheese and it gave the pie a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again.


Ashrafali khan
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I'm not a huge fan of grits, but this pie was surprisingly good! The cornbread crust was the perfect complement to the grits filling. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a unique and delicious side dish.


Jennifer Payne
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This grits pie was a hit with my family! The cornbread crust was perfectly crispy and flavorful, and the grits filling was creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.