Jalapeno Cheese Grits

Spice up your Southern comfort food game with these creamy and irresistible Jalapeno Cheese Grits! This dish combines the rich, velvety texture of stone-ground grits cooked in a blend of water and milk with bold flavors from sharp cheddar cheese and a kick of heat from freshly diced jalapeno peppers. Lusciously enhanced with cream cheese and a touch of butter, these grits are perfectly seasoned with black pepper for a balanced finish. Whether you serve it as a savory side dish alongside your favorite proteins or enjoy it as a stand-alone indulgence, this easy-to-make recipe brings both comfort and a fiery twist to your table. Ready in under 40 minutes, Jalapeno Cheese Grits is the ultimate crowd-pleaser that marries classic Southern flavors with a modern, spicy flair.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Water
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Stone-ground grits
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 ounces Cream cheese
• 2 Jalapeno peppers, finely diced
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring the water, milk, and salt to a gentle boil over medium heat.

Step 2

Slowly whisk in the grits, ensuring there are no lumps.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan. Cook the grits for about 20 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Once the grits are tender and creamy, remove the saucepan from the heat.

Step 5

Stir in the unsalted butter, shredded cheddar cheese, and cream cheese until melted and fully combined.

Step 6

Fold in the finely diced jalapeno peppers and black pepper, adjusting seasoning to taste.

Step 7

Serve the jalapeno cheese grits hot as a comforting side dish or main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1636.8 grams (1636.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1684

Total Fat 88.20g	113%
Saturated Fat 53.30g	267%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.00g
Cholesterol 262mg	87%
Sodium 3404mg	148%
Total Carbohydrate 173.50g	63%
Dietary Fiber 5.10g	18%
Total Sugars 15.20g
Protein 54.40g	109%

Vitamin D 107IU	537%
Calcium 1251mg	96%
Iron 2mg	8%
Potassium 745mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.5%

Protein: 12.8%

Carbs: 40.7%