Strange Post but . . .

I know . . . I know . . . this is a strange post, but I have had so many requests lately for this recipe and decided to just post it. Share it.

For me there is a direct correlation between cooking and art: Creativity! Cooking and baking were probably my first creative endeavors. So with that said I hope you enjoy this recipe. It is alsways a hit. And for you grit snobs, grits ands polenta are the same thing :)

Cheers,
T.

P.S. Happy New Year!!!!!!

Momma T's Christmas Garlic Cheese Grits

4 cups chicken broth

3 cups milk

1 T. salt

¼ tsp. cayenne pepper

¼ tsp. paprika

1 tsp. chopped garlic

1 ¼ cups grits (not instant)

1 ½ cups Colby Jack cheese

5 T. butter

Fresh pepper to taste

3 eggs optional

In a medium saucepan, combine the water or broth, garlic, paprika, milk, salt, and cayenne and bring to a boil. Slowly whisk in the grits and lower the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 30 minutes.
Stir in the cheese and butter until evenly incorporated. Season with pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

*Cook's Note: For Baked Grits: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Cool the grits slightly, stir in the 3 beaten eggs. Transfer grits to a buttered deep casserole dish, smooth the top with a rubber spatula, and bake until just set and lightly browned, about 1 hour.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.