Jalapeño Cheese Grits

Gluten Free
Jalapeño Cheese Grits
45 min.
6
128kcal

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Start your day off with a flavor-packed dish that combines the creamy goodness of cheese with the spicy kick of jalapeños in these delightful Jalapeño Cheese Grits. Perfect for brunch, breakfast, or a morning meal, this gluten-free recipe will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Ready in just 45 minutes, it serves six people, making it an ideal choice for gathering friends or family around the table.

Imagine savoring a warm bowl of grits that are rich, cheesy, and slightly spicy — the combination of stone-ground white corn grits and silky mascarpone cheese creates an irresistible base. The addition of pan-roasted jalapeño brings a burst of flavor that elevates this simple dish to something extraordinary. Not only are these grits packed with flavor, but they also offer a balanced caloric profile with only 128 calories per serving, allowing you to enjoy a guilt-free indulgence.

Perfect for any occasion, whether you’re looking to impress guests at a brunch gathering or simply want to enjoy a hearty breakfast, Jalapeño Cheese Grits are sure to become a favorite in your household. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to treat your taste buds to a dish that celebrates bold flavors and comforting textures!

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