Creamy Grits with Sweet Corn

Ingredients

• 5 cups water
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 cup stone-ground yellow grits
• 1/2 cup (2 ounces) grated fresh Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup (1 ounce) shredded white cheddar cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
• 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 1 1/2 teaspoons butter
• 1 cup fresh corn kernels (about 2 ears)
• 1/4 cup sliced green onions

Preparation

1. Bring water and salt to a boil in a large saucepan; gradually stir in grits. Reduce heat; simmer 30 minutes or until thick and tender, stirring frequently.
2. Remove from heat; stir in cheeses, pepper sauce, and white pepper. Cover.
3. Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add corn; sauté 4 minutes or until lightly browned. Add corn and green onions to grits mixture, stirring well.