nana’s cheese & egg grits

Name: Nana’s Cheese & Egg Grits
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup(s) quick-cooking grits; 2 cup(s) water; 2-3 tablespoon(s) butter; 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt; 2 large eggs; 1/3 cup(s) cheddar cheese, shredded; 1/3 cup(s) Mexican Blend shredded cheese; 1 teaspoon(s) Old Bay seasoning, optional; 1 teaspoon(s) garlic, minced

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Nancy Sewell

Shawnee, KS

Updated on Nov 2, 2025

This is my favorite "comfort" food, especially in winter.

Rate

prep time 5 Min

cook time 10 Min

method Stove Top

yield 2 serving(s)

Ingredients

1 cup quick-cooking grits
2 cups water
2-3 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1/3 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/3 cup Mexican Blend shredded cheese
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning, optional
1 teaspoon garlic, minced

How To Make nana’s cheese & egg grits

Step 1

Gather ingredients before beginning. Break eggs into small dish & set aside. Put cheese(s) into small dishes & set aside. Put 2 c water into saucepan, add salt. Place on burner set to med high to bring to a rolling boil.

Step 2

Whisk in grits and cook on med until just beginning to boil. Reduce heat and cook for about 5 minutes or just beginning to thicken. Whisk in eggs until whites are cooked.
Step 3

Add cheeses and whisk until melted. Remove from heat and serve up immediately. Good with toast or bagels.
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