Description
Cheesy Grits with Spinach and Fried Eggs is a delicious and hearty breakfast dish that combines creamy grits with flavorful spinach and a perfectly fried egg on top. This savory bowl is a comforting and satisfying way to start your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Grits:
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Spinach:
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Fried Eggs:
- 4 large eggs
- Optional: hot sauce for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Grits: In a medium saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Slowly whisk in the grits, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes until thick and creamy. Stir in cheese and butter until melted and smooth.
- Sauté Spinach: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add spinach and sauté for 2-3 minutes until wilted; season with salt and pepper.
- Fry Eggs: In another skillet, fry the eggs to your desired doneness.
- Serve: Divide the cheesy grits among bowls, top with sautéed spinach and a fried egg. Season with salt, pepper, and hot sauce if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, cook the grits in half water and half milk or use vegetable broth.
- Try topping with crispy bacon or sautéed mushrooms for variation.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 215mg
