Hot Tomato Grits Recipe
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 x bacon slices minced
- 2 can chicken broth - (14 1/2 ounce)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 c. quick-cooking grits
- 2 lrg tomatoes peeled, minced
- 2 Tbsp. canned minced green chiles
- 1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese - (4 ounce) Minced tomato Cooked and crumbled bacon Shredded Cheddar cheese
Directions
- Cook bacon in a heavy saucepan till crisp, reserving drippings in pan. Gradually add in broth and salt; bring to a boil.
- Stir in grits, tomato, and chiles; return to a boil, stirring often. Reduce heat, and simmer, stirring often, 15 to 20 min.
- Stir in cheese; cover and let stand 5 min or possibly till cheese melts. Garnish, if you like.
- This recipe yields 6 servings.
- Comments: To decrease fat and calories, drain bacon on paper towels, discarding drippings; substitute reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese for regular.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 260g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 238 | |
| Calories from Fat 99 | 42% |
| Total Fat 11.17g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat 5.52g | 22% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 26mg | 9% |
| Sodium 639mg | 27% |
| Potassium 327mg | 9% |
| Total Carbs 23.89g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.7g | 6% |
| Sugars 1.72g | 1% |
| Protein 10.08g | 16% |
