Five Cheese Grits
The saltiness of gouda, slight sour flavor of mozzarella, the nuttiness of parmesan and gruyere, and sharpness of cheddar blend perfectly in this side dish, making it a great addition to any brunch or dinner table. The five cheeses melt perfectly into the grits, giving it a smooth and creamy texture. This is a dish that everyone will want the recipe for!
Yield: 6 Servings
FIVE CHEESE GRITS
Prep time: 50 MinCook time: 15 MinTotal time: 1 H & 4 M
Ingredients
- 4 cups milk
- 1 cup The Old Mill Yellow Grits
- 4 Tbsp. butter
- 1 cup (4 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup (2 oz.) shredded gouda cheese
- ½ cup (2 oz.) shredded Gruyere cheese
- 1 cup (4 oz.) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 large egg
- ½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350F. Bring milk to a simmer in medium saucepan over medium high heat; gradually whisk in grits. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring often, 10 minutes or until thickened and grits are done. Remove from heat; whisk in butter, cheddar, gouda, Gruyere, and mozzarella until butter and cheese melt. Whisk in egg and pepper until combined.
- Pour grits into a buttered 2 quart baking dish. Top with parmesan and bake 35 minutes or until done. Top with chives before serving.