Broccoli Cheese Grits
This colorful side dish can be ready in minutes.
1/4
cup finely chopped onion
1
tablespoon margarine or butter
2
cups water
2/3
cup Quaker or Aunt Jemima Enriched Hominy Quick Grits, uncooked*
1/2
teaspoon salt (optional)
3
cups chopped broccoli, cooked and drained or one 10-oz. pkg. frozen chopped broccoli, cooked and drained
1
cup (4 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese
Saute onion in margarine until tender. Add water; bring to a boil. Slowly stir in grits and salt. Reduce heat; simmer 2 to 4 minutes or until thickened, stirring frequently. Add broccoli; heat through. Remove from heat; stir in cheese.
6 to 8 SERVINGS
*NOTE: To substitute regular Quaker or Aunt Jemima Enriched Hominy Grits, increase water to 2-1/2 cups and simmer time to 12 to 14 minutes.
TIP: To keep grits warm for serving, transfer to 1-qt. oven-proof serving dish; place in 200° F oven.