"Make grits and sauce a day ahead. Grit cakes (browned in a skillet) also make a tasty supper side...."
INGREDIENTS
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HAM AND GRITS
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1/2 cup diced country ham
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/4 cup butter
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1 cup quick-cooking grits
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1 1/2 cups (6 oz.) freshly shredded Gouda cheese, divided
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TOMATO GRAVY
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1 cup finely chopped sweet onion
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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1 (28-oz.) can Italian-style peeled tomatoes
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
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1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
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POACHED EGGS
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1 1/2 tablespoons white vinegar
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6 large eggs