Creamy Southern Grits Directions:
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In a medium pot, combine chicken broth and salt. Add 1 tablespoon butter and bring to a rapid boil over medium-high heat.
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Once boiling, add grits and stir for 30 seconds.
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Reduce heat to medium or medium-low, cover partially, and simmer 15 minutes for stone-ground (or 5 minutes for quick grits), stirring often.
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Remove lid, add remaining 3 tablespoons butter, and stir until melted.
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Add the fat-free half & half 2 tablespoons at a time, stirring well after each addition until fully blended.
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Continue stirring until grits thicken and begin to bubble.
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Remove from heat, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.
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Serve hot with desired toppings.
WW Points Calculation
Swanson Natural Goodness Chicken Broth – 0.00
Morton Iodized Salt – 0.00
Land O’Lakes Light Butter – 10.00
Bob’s Red Mill Stone-Ground Grits – 12.00
Land O’Lakes Fat-Free Half & Half – 2.00
Optional Toppings (not included in total points)
Kraft Fat-Free Cheddar Cheese – 3.00
Oscar Mayer Center Cut Bacon – 2.00
Maple syrup or brown sugar – 4.00
Sautéed shrimp – 1.00
Points Information:
Total Points: 24.00
Servings: 6 (about ¾ cup each)
Points per serving: 4.00
Nutrition Information
Calories: 150
Fat: 7g
Protein: 8g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 360mg
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