Creamy Gruyère Grits

Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Creamy Gruyère Grits
30 min.
8
230kcal

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Start your day off right with a bowl of Creamy Gruyère Grits, a delightful dish that perfectly marries comfort and sophistication. This gluten-free recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes, but it also serves up to 8 people, making it ideal for family brunches or morning gatherings with friends.

The star of this dish is the rich and nutty Gruyère cheese, which melts beautifully into the creamy grits, creating a luscious texture that is simply irresistible. With each bite, you'll experience the perfect balance of flavors, enhanced by a hint of pepper and the smoothness of half-and-half. Whether you're looking for a hearty breakfast or a satisfying brunch option, these grits are sure to impress.

At only 230 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. The dish boasts a well-rounded nutritional profile, with a good mix of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, making it a wholesome choice to fuel your day. Plus, the versatility of this recipe allows for easy substitutions; if Gruyère isn't available, feel free to swap in Swiss or white Cheddar cheese for a different twist.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a comforting bowl of Creamy Gruyère Grits that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon butter 
  • oz block gruyère cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup half-and-half 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 1.3 cups quick-cooking grits uncooked
  • teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Bring 5 1/4 cups water and 1 tsp. salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat; gradually whisk in 1 1/4 cups grits, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, whisking occasionally, 12 to 15 minutes or until thickened.
  2. Whisk in shredded Gruyre cheese and remaining ingredients until cheese is melted and mixture is blended.
  3. *1 (8-oz.) block Swiss or white Cheddar cheese, shredded, may be substituted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories230kcal
Protein18.68%
Fat48.64%
Carbs32.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.25
Glycemic Load
0.01
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.7121739199628%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:229.85kcal
11.49%
Fat:12.63g
19.43%
Saturated Fat:7.38g
46.14%
Carbohydrates:19.1g
6.37%
Net Carbohydrates:17.97g
6.54%
Sugar:0.96g
1.07%
Cholesterol:40.24mg
13.41%
Sodium:514.05mg
22.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.92g
21.83%
Calcium:304.32mg
30.43%
Phosphorus:224.79mg
22.48%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
10.91%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.39%
Folate:38.96µg
9.74%
Zinc:1.38mg
9.2%
Vitamin B12:0.49µg
8.09%
Vitamin A:366.37IU
7.33%
Selenium:4.62µg
6.59%
Vitamin B3:1.16mg
5.8%
Magnesium:23.2mg
5.8%
Iron:0.88mg
4.88%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.66%
Fiber:1.13g
4.5%
Manganese:0.06mg
3.23%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.78%
Potassium:78mg
2.23%
Copper:0.04mg
1.85%
Vitamin K:1.19µg
1.13%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%
Vitamin E:0.16mg
1.06%
Source:My Recipes