Getcha Goin' Grits

Recipe courtesy Aaron McCargo, Jr.

Show: Big Daddy's HouseEpisode: Keep me in Bed

Rated: 5 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (8)

RECIPE
COMMENTS & REVIEWS(8)

Cook Time:
15 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
4 to 6 servings

Times:

Prep: 10 min
Inactive Prep: --
Cook: 15 min
Total:: 25 min

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Ingredients

1/2 cup bacon, diced
1/4 cup onions, diced
Freshly ground black pepper
2 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 cups milk
Salt
1 1/2 cups quick grits
6 ounces American cheese
1/4 cup scallions

Directions

In a large skillet over high heat, add bacon, onion and a pinch of pepper. Cook until bacon is crispy, about 5 minutes.

In a medium pot, add water, milk and a pinch of salt. Place lid on top and allow to come to a full boil. Add grits. Stir. When grits have almost absorbed all the water add cheese. Mix to allow cheese to melt and become creamy. Add bacon and onions and top with half of the scallions. Mix thoroughly.

Serve in a bowl and garnish with remaining scallions.

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Betty Cedar Rapids, IA 10-07-2009
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Best Grits!!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

These were the best grits I have eaten. My "Yankee" husband, who never eats grits, even liked them. The recipe was easy and I... will for sure make them again.Read more
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G Fort Worth, TX 07-17-2009
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Love These Grits!!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Aaron, these grits are the greatests! I've tried several recipes in the past, but these are by far the best and the... creamiest. I follow the recipe exactly, except I substitute the milk with 1 cup evaporated milk, and 1/2 cup water. This really kicks up the richness of the grits. I also use the butter-flavored instant grits. Thanks for such a simple, yet tasy version of cheese grits!Read more
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Tina Las Vegas, NV 03-24-2009
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Grits
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I must say that everything this episode had was great. Every time I watch the show, which is everytime it is on, I relate to... his recipes. They are simple, good and beautiful. I hope the food network knows how fortunate they are to have such a down home talented chef. T MillsRead more
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Carmen Brooklyn, NY 02-23-2009
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LUV THESE GRITS!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

These grits are the best! I love your show and am so happy you are on season 2! Looking forward to many many more seasons... of BIG DADDY'S HOUSe!Read more
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Chris San Antonio, TX 10-14-2008
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Delicious!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

These grits are really good! Only thing I did different was to use chicken stock instead of water, but this is a great recipe... - it was a total hit & everybody loved them!Read more
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Connie Brunswick, GA 09-28-2008
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Connie, Georgia
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Excellent grits, I am a southern girl and grew up preparing grits. Aaron you are a superb cook. Your show is one of the... best slots since the Food Network started!!!Read more