"These creamy stone-ground grits are pure summertime comfort...."
INGREDIENTS
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4 cups water
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1 1/2 cups stone-ground grits
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter
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Kosher salt
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8 ounces fresh okra
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1/2 medium yellow onion
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4 cloves garlic
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1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger
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2 cups fresh corn kernels (from 2 to 3 ears)
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1 cup crumbled fresh goat cheese
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1/2 cup finely chopped fresh chives, plus more for garnish
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3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
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3/4 cup vegetable stock or broth
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish