Creamy Grits

This quick and easy grits side dish is extra creamy thanks to whipping cream and butter while the browned, fresh corn kernels add delicious flavor.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 723 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• nonstick cooking spray
• 1 large ear corn, kernels cut from the cob
• 1 cup yellow grits
• 0.25 cup butter
• 1 tablespoon green onions, chopped

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Spray a skillet with cooking spray. Add corn kernels and cook over medium heat until browned, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Combine chicken broth, butter, and sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil. Add cream and bring to a boil again. Whisk in grits and browned corn kernels. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 5 to 6 minutes. Turn off heat and stir grits until thickened, about 1 minute.