Grits Recipes

Grits are a pantry staple made from ground corn, prized for their creamy texture and mild, comforting flavor. They are most often simmered into a soft porridge, but they can also be baked, chilled and sliced, or stirred into casseroles for hearty Southern-inspired meals.

Use grits as a base for shrimp and grits, cheesy breakfast bowls, braised greens, roasted vegetables, eggs, sausage, or slow-cooked meats. Stone-ground grits offer deeper corn flavor and a coarser texture, while quick grits cook faster for easy weeknight recipes.

For the best results, cook grits slowly with water, broth, milk, or a combination, then finish with butter, cheese, cream, or herbs. Their neutral flavor makes them especially useful in recipes that need a warm, creamy, satisfying base.