By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 6, 2018
Cheese Grits are a classic Southern staple perfect for a quick breakfast, snack, or side dish. We combined them with another staple to create this delicious Pimento Cheese Grits recipe! They’re cheesy, creamy, and oh-so-tasty. You’re going to love them!
Why We Love This Pimento Cheese Grits Recipe
We love this pimento cheese grits recipe because it’s cheesy, creamy, and has just a hint of sweetness from the Pimento peppers. This is the perfect pairing with chicken and other meats too. They also make a quick and savory breakfast or snack to fill you up in a hurry.
- Easy. These grits are made in one pan in just 10 minutes!
- Cheesy. Pimento cheese adds a great cheesy flavor and a hint of spice.
- Versatile. These grits are great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
Variations on Pimento Grits
If pimento isn’t your thing, you can stir in other types of cheeses. We like to use a bit of cream cheese for the creaminess but get creative with your choice of melting cheese. Gouda, Swiss, American, mozzarella, or Colby are all great choices.
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover pimento cheese grits in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Reheat in a saucepan set over medium-low heat, adding a little bit of broth or water to rehydrate.
How to Freeze
Freeze pimento cheese grits whole or in individual portions in Ziplock bags for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Serving Suggestions
This easy cheese grits recipe is the perfect thing to serve alongside pork tenderloin , crockpot chicken breasts , beef wellington , or turkey meatloaf .
More Side Dish Recipes To Try
- Baked Tomatoes with Cheese
- Ham and Potato Casserole
- Easy Mashed Potatoes
- Crockpot Sweet Potato Casserole
- Home Fries
- Shoestring Fries
- Crockpot Green Bean Casserole
- Twice Baked Potatoes
Notes from the Test Kitchen
Creamy pimento cheese adds the perfect amount of spice to these classic yellow corn grits, with their savory flavor and wonderful texture.
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ▢ 1 cup water
- ▢ 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (¼ stick)
- ▢ 1 cup quick-cooking yellow grits
- ▢ ½ cup pimento cheese (click for recipe!)
- ▢ ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Bring chicken broth and water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low and mix in the butter. Cook the grits, stirring continuously, until grits are tender, 1-2 minutes. 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, 1 cup water, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 cup quick-cooking yellow grits
- Mix in the pimento cheese and kosher salt. ½ cup pimento cheese, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Becky’s Tips
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Pimento Cheese Grits Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (¼ stick)
- 1 cup quick-cooking yellow grits
- ½ cup pimento cheese (click for recipe!)
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Bring chicken broth and water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low and mix in the butter. Cook the grits, stirring continuously, until grits are tender, 1-2 minutes. 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, 1 cup water, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 cup quick-cooking yellow grits
- Mix in the pimento cheese and kosher salt. ½ cup pimento cheese, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Notes
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
