Jalapeño Cheese Grits

Gluten Free
Jalapeño Cheese Grits
45 min.
6
128kcal

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Start your day with a burst of flavor and a touch of Southern charm with these delightful Jalapeño Cheese Grits. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any morning meal, this gluten-free dish is not only satisfying but also incredibly easy to prepare. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a creamy, cheesy delight that will impress your family and friends.

The star of this recipe is the stone-ground white corn grits, which provide a rich, hearty base. Combined with the smoothness of mascarpone or cream cheese and the nutty flavor of Edam cheese, each bite is a creamy dream. The addition of roasted jalapeño pepper adds a subtle kick, elevating the dish to new heights and making it a perfect choice for those who enjoy a little heat in their meals.

Whether you’re hosting a weekend brunch or simply treating yourself to a comforting breakfast, these Jalapeño Cheese Grits are sure to become a favorite. With only 128 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. So gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and get ready to savor a dish that embodies the warmth and richness of Southern cuisine!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • cup corn syrup white stone-ground
  • tablespoons cream cheese 
  • 0.3 cup edam cheese grated
  •  jalapeno 
  • servings salt 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • pot
  • wooden spoon

Directions

  1. Heat 4 cups of water in a large heavy-bottomed pot over high heat until it comes to a boil. Slowly pour in the grits while whisking constantly. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, for about 20 minutes.
  2. While the grits are cooking, pan-roast the jalapeño pepper in a small skillet over high heat until the skin is brown and blistered.
  3. Cut the pepper in half lengthwise and remove the skin and the seeds from the pepper and discard. Mince the flesh and add it to the pot of grits.
  4. Remove the pot from the heat and fold in the butter, mascarpone, and Edam cheese. Season with salt.
  5. Reprinted with permission from My New Orleans: The Cookbook, by John Besh., © September 2009 Andrews McMeel Publishing

Nutrition Facts

Calories128kcal
Protein11.09%
Fat70.51%
Carbs18.4%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.67
Glycemic Load
0.14
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.1008695921172%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:127.87kcal
6.39%
Fat:10.45g
16.08%
Saturated Fat:6.36g
39.75%
Carbohydrates:6.14g
2.05%
Net Carbohydrates:5.38g
1.96%
Sugar:2.41g
2.67%
Cholesterol:28.71mg
9.57%
Sodium:349.94mg
15.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.7g
7.4%
Phosphorus:83.91mg
8.39%
Calcium:79.34mg
7.93%
Vitamin A:346.84IU
6.94%
Vitamin C:4.36mg
5.28%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
3.95%
Zinc:0.54mg
3.62%
Selenium:2.13µg
3.04%
Fiber:0.76g
3.03%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.97%
Magnesium:11.84mg
2.96%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.91%
Potassium:97.1mg
2.77%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.64%
Vitamin B5:0.26mg
2.63%
Vitamin B3:0.47mg
2.36%
Vitamin E:0.33mg
2.23%
Folate:7.99µg
2%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.94%
Vitamin K:1.35µg
1.29%
Iron:0.2mg
1.1%
Copper:0.02mg
1.01%
Source:Epicurious