Romano Grits

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this rich and creamy Romano Grits recipe, a luxurious twist on a Southern classic. Made with stone-ground grits simmered to perfection, this dish gains an irresistible velvety texture from whole milk and unsalted butter, while a generous helping of grated Romano cheese lends a tangy, nutty flavor that’s utterly crave-worthy. Finished with a hint of black pepper and an optional sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and herbaceous aroma, these cheesy grits are the perfect side dish for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. Ready in just 30 minutes and serving four, Romano Grits are an easy and versatile addition to your table, pairing beautifully with everything from eggs to roasted meats. Bring comfort and elegance together in every creamy, cheesy bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups water
• 1 cup stone-ground grits
• 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup grated Romano cheese
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Slowly whisk in the stone-ground grits and salt, ensuring there are no lumps.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and allow the grits to simmer, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, for about 20 minutes or until thickened and creamy.

Step 4

Stir in the milk and unsalted butter, and continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes. This will make the grits extra creamy.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from heat and fold in the grated Romano cheese until fully melted and incorporated into the grits.

Step 6

Season with black pepper to taste, and adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed.

Step 7

Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1514.3 grams (1514.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1388

Total Fat 61.50g	79%
Saturated Fat 32.50g	163%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 158mg	53%
Sodium 4565mg	198%
Total Carbohydrate 163.70g	60%
Dietary Fiber 4.20g	15%
Total Sugars 11.80g
Protein 48.90g	98%

Vitamin D 107IU	537%
Calcium 1049mg	81%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 583mg	12%

*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: 39.4%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 46.6%