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Magnolia Table Garlic Cheese Grits

Garlic Cheese Grits

byJoanna Gaines
Total 55 mins, includes cooling time
Active 15 mins
Makes 10 to 12 servings
TIP: In this episode, Jo cuts this recipe in a half and prepares it in an 8x8-inch baking dish. Above is the full recipe from Magnolia Table cookbook.
Ingredients
  • Vegetable oil spray
  • 2 1/2 cups quick-cooking grits
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup Gruyere cheese, grated
  • 1 1/2 cups grated sharp white Cheddar cheese (about 6 ounces)
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika, for serving
  • 1/4 cup minced chives, for serving
Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with vegetable oil and set aside.
  2. In a large saucepan, bring 10 cups of water to a boil. Stir in the grits and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring constantly, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in the cream, Gruyere cheese, Cheddar, garlic powder, and garlic salt and cook, stirring, until the cheese is melted and the mixture is well combined, about 5 minutes.
  3. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
  4. Bake until the top is set and golden, about 30 minutes; a few cracks might appear. Served warm, the grits will be soft and spoonable. They will firm up as they sit at room temperature. Sprinkle with paprika and chives just before serving. (See Cook’s Note.)
  5. Store leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, slice the grits into squares and bake in a 350°F oven until warmed through.
“Magnolia Table: A Collection of Recipes for Gathering” by Joanna Gaines © William Morrow 2018. Provided courtesy of Joanna Gaines. All rights reserved.