Cheesy Baked Grits with Bacon and Chives
Creamy, savory baked grits enriched with sharp cheddar cheese and crispy bacon, finished with fresh chives for a comforting side dish or light main. The grits are customizable with your choice of cheese, protein, and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
Method
Preheat oven to 375°F. Cook bacon until crispy, then crumble and set aside, reserving 1 tablespoon of fat.
Bring vegetable broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Slowly whisk in grits, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring frequently, until grits are creamy and tender.
Stir in butter, reserved bacon fat, salt, and black pepper. Fold in shredded cheddar cheese and heavy cream (if using) until fully combined and melted.
Gently fold in crumbled bacon, reserving a small handful for garnish.
Transfer grits mixture to an 8×8 baking dish. Bake for 10–15 minutes until the top is set but still creamy inside.
Remove from oven and top with fresh chives, reserved bacon crumbles, and a pinch of paprika if desired. Serve hot.
Nutrition, per serving
Per serving. Changing servings scales the amounts, not these figures.
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