Simple Grits with Toppings

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 cups uncooked quick-cooking grits
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• Toppings: hot sauce, sliced green onions, chopped tomatoes, cooked and crumbled bacon, Fried Chicken Bites, shredded Gouda cheese, shredded Cheddar cheese

Preparation

1. 1. Bring salt and 8 cups water to a boil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
2. 2. Whisk in grits, reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring occasionally, 8 minutes or until creamy.
3. 3. Whisk in butter and pepper. Transfer to a slow cooker to keep warm, and serve with desired toppings.