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Cheesy Grits Bowl

Cheese Grits Breakfast Bowls

Enjoy a delightful Cheese Grits Bowl topped with fried eggs and fresh greens, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Breakfast Recipes
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 496
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 0.5 cup old fashioned grits
  • 2 cups water
  • 0.5 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.75 cup sharp cheddar or gouda cheese
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 2-4 fried eggs adjust based on preference
  • 2 handfuls fresh baby arugula or spinach
  • everything bagel seasoning optional
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • chopped green onion or chives to garnish

Equipment

  • large saucepan

Method
 

  1. Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan with garlic and salt.
  2. Stir in grits, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until thick, about 15 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in cheese, butter, and milk.
  4. Spoon into two bowls and top each with a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning.
  5. Top with fried eggs and arugula. Garnish with green onion or chives if desired and season to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 496kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 31gSodium: 673mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

This dish is versatile; feel free to swap in different cheeses or greens as per your preference.

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