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    Oh My Veggies » Vegetarian Recipes » Vegetarian Breakfast Recipes

    Smoked Cheddar Grits with Broiled Heirloom Tomatoes

    Published: Aug 31, 2020 · by Nicole · Updated: Apr 16, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Smoked Cheddar Grits with Broiled Heirloom Tomatoes

    This recipe for creamy, cheesy smoked cheddar grits topped with slices of heirloom tomatoes, then broiled to perfection, is so delicious!

    Smoked Cheddar Grits with Broiled Heirloom Tomatoes

    The Grit on Grits

    Grits are not something that I grew up eating! In fact, I first tried them last month - when I ordered a veggie burger and the options for sides were fries, a baked potato, or cheddar grits. And on impulse, I replied "Grits!" when the server asked which I wanted.

    And then as soon as he walked away, I thought, "Oh crap, why did I just order grits? Who eats grits with a burger?!"

    But I ended up loving them, which shouldn't have been a surprise since I love polenta too, which is kind of similar. Hooray for corn-based porridge!

    Coarse Yellow Grits

    I used a local brand of yellow grits in this recipe, although traditionally grits are usually white. You can use quick cooking grits too if you prefer—just follow the directions on the package, since they'll have a much shorter cooking time.

    After the grits were finished cooking, I whisked in some smoked cheddar cheese, divided them into large ramekins, and topped each one with a slice of heirloom tomato that I had bought at the farmers market that morning.

    I'm not a fan of raw tomatoes, so I put the ramekins under the broiler until the tomatoes were soft and just beginning to blister.

    Smoked Cheddar Grits with Broiled Heirloom Tomatoes

    And they were totally delicious! So now I'm on a mission to try out more of these Southern dishes that I've been missing out on. I've already tackled vegetarian biscuits and gravy, and these Cajun Burgers with Fried Green Tomatoes. What should I make next?

    Smoked Cheddar Grits with Broiled Heirloom Tomatoes Recipe

    Smoked Cheddar Grits with Broiled Heirloom Tomatoes

    Creamy cheddar grits topped with broiled heirloom tomatoes.
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 55 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour
    Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Vegetarian
    Keyword: cheddar grits, grits recipe, Smoked Cheddar Grits, Smoked Cheddar Grits with Broiled Heirloom Tomatoes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 288kcal
    Author: Oh My Veggies

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups water
    • 2 cups reduced-fat milk
    • 1 cup grits
    • ⅔ cup smoked cheddar cheese shredded
    • 1 clove garlic minced
    • 1 tbsp butter
    • salt and pepper to taste
    • 4 slices heirloom tomatoes
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Bring the water and milk to a boil in a large saucepan. Whisk in the grits, cover, and reduce heat to low. Stir often and cook until thick and creamy, 30–45 minutes.
    • Preheat broiler. Remove saucepan from heat and whisk in the cheese, garlic, and butter, then season to taste with salt and pepper.
    • Divide the grits into four large ramekins that have been sprayed with oil or cooking spray. (If you don't have large ramekins or mini cocottes, about 6 small ramekins will work.) Top each ramekin with a slice of tomato, lightly spray the tomato with oil, then sprinkle a little additional salt and pepper on top.
    • Place ramekins on a baking sheet and broil for 5–10 minutes, or until the tomato is softened and starting to blister.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 288kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 12gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 184mgPotassium: 309mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 624IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 290mgIron: 1mg
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    This post was originally published on 19 August 2013.

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    1. adrienne says

      November 27, 2016 at 8:04 am

      this looks delicious! I wonder -- would it work as well in a 9x12 pyrex? I'm having a brunch party next weekend and, though the ramekins are adorable, don't have enough to do something like that.

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    2. Janet says

      September 01, 2020 at 2:56 pm

      We moved to NC 20 years ago--and although we've traveled around the state a bit, still haven't seen everything this well appointed state has to offer--might I suggest taking the kids for a train ride--lots of options there from a small railroad in the mountains, to the New Hope Valley Railway (a volunteer staffed steam train just south of Cary), to the NC Transportation Museum in Spencer. We have, however, enjoyed grits since college days, and well before we came here. Scrambled eggs, bacon, and plenty of buttered grits are the ultimate breakfast, IMO, and what keeps me going to Waffle House when on the road. I suggest stone ground grits for home cooking--they don't take all that long to cook, and my preference is yellow over white. I think the casserole over ramekin version is brilliant. If you have leftovers, form them into patties, fry in butter, and serve with maple syrup for breakfast.

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