With recipes ranging from basic breakfast grits to elaborate dinners and even desserts—this is your comprehensive guide to a great American staple.
Grits have been called the "first truly American food." But any Southern cook worth their salt knows it's what you add to grits that makes them a delicious part of any meal. A simple porridge made from stone-ground hominy corn, grits can transform into anything from pancakes to appetizers and even desserts. Here are 101 delicious and inventive recipes for using grits at every meal, with tips and cooking techniques that show just how quick and versatile grits can be.
Featured recipes include Tropical Grit Fretters with Mango Salsa, Southern Grit Sushi, Grits Eggs Benedict, Country Ham and Grits with Redeye Gravy, Vanilla-Scented Grit Pancakes, Sweet Grits Porridge with Fresh Fruit, Lobster Tempura over Lemon-Scented Grits, Thai-Style Red Curry Grits, Hickory-Smoked Chicken over Pesto-Scented Grits, Bacon and Jalapeño Fried Grits, and Red Curry Grits—and even Chocolate Grits!
