17 Southern Grits Recipes That'll Stand the Test of Time

Lowcountry Shrimp and Grits
Photo: Iain Bagwell

This favorite Southern food isn't just for breakfast . Add grits to your menu with our Cheddar cheese grits, shrimp and grits, and grits-bar ideas. There are so many interesting and delicious ways to enjoy grits that go beyond breakfast. Not convinced? Give our Italian-Style Grits and Greens with Pulled Pork and Mushrooms a try. Complete with garlicky sautéed mushrooms and flavorful pulled pork, this recipe is entrée-level worthy all on its own. If you're looking for a grits dish on the lighter side, we suggest our Goat Cheese-and-Spring Onion Grits Soufflés. They boast a light, airy texture and make a lovely dinner party appetizer , particularly when spring onions are in season. For a modern twist on a classic dish, give Deviled Grits a try. Bacon, orange juice, and brown sugar make this dish completely irresistible; we guarantee the first time you make it won't be the last. Sift through this list of grits recipes and select the one that sounds best to you.

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Deviled Grits

Deviled Grits
Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Heather Chadduck; Food Styling: Erin Merhar

Recipe: Deviled Grits

Orange juice, grits, and bacon come together for the ultimate everything-bite in this tasty breakfast recipe.

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Mini Cheese Grits Casseroles

Mini Cheese Grits Casseroles
Photo: Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Torie Cox; Prop Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

Recipe: Mini Cheese Grits Casseroles

Whip out this scrumptious, make-ahead recipe when you're in a pinch for time.

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Goat Cheese-and-Spring Onion Grits Soufflés

Goat Cheese-and-Spring Onion Grits Soufflés
Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis

Recipe: Goat Cheese-and-Spring Onion Grits Soufflés

Don't let the word "soufflé" scare you. This elegant recipe is actually quite easy to pull off.

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Slow-Cooker Buttermilk Grits

Slow-Cooker Buttermilk Grits
Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling; Heather Chadduck Hillegas; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Buttermilk Grits

Let your slow-cooker do the work in this buttermilk-infused grits recipe.

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Shrimp and Grits Casserole

Shrimp and Grits Casserole
Antonis Achilleo; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos

Recipe: Shrimp and Grits Casserole

Make this family-style dish in under an hour for a quick and easy weeknight meal.

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Leek-and-Mushroom Grits Frittata

Leek-and-Mushroom Grits Frittata
Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Claire Spollen; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Recipe: Leek-and-Mushroom Grits Frittata

Serve this grits frittata for any meal of the day for a dish the whole family is sure to love.

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Heirloom Red Corn Grits

Steven Greene Heirloom Red Corn Grits
Southern Living

Recipe: Heirloom Red Corn Grits

Simplicity is key in this heirloom grits recipe. Just a bit of cheese, salt, and butter create a tasty dish that's sure to keep you coming back for more.

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Southern Shrimp and Grits

Southern Shrimp and Grits
Southern Living

Recipe: Southern Shrimp and Grits

This traditional shrimp and grits recipe is quick and easy. It's a classic choice for a delicious weeknight meal.

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Italian-Style Grits and Greens with Pulled Pork and Mushrooms

Italian-Style Grits and Greens with Pulled Pork and Mushrooms
Jennifer Causey; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch Stelling; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Recipe: Italian-Style Grits and Greens with Pulled Pork and Mushrooms

We topped creamy grits and greens with pulled pork and garlicky sautéed mushrooms.

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Buttermilk Grits with Country Ham and Shrimp

Hatch Chile Grits Breakfast Bowl Recipe
Jennifer Causey; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch Stelling; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Recipe: Buttermilk Grits with Country Ham and Shrimp

Add a little Southern flair to your shrimp n' grits with some country ham.

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Smoky Sausage-and-Grits Casserole

Smoky Sausage-and-Grits Casserole
Alison Miksch

Recipe: Smoky Sausage-and-Grits Casserole

The key to this delicious brunch dish is in the smoked sausage. Salt, thyme, garlic powder, and cheddar cheese give depth to the casserole's savory flavor.

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Cheesy Grits Soufflé

Brunch for a Crowd Cheesy Grits Soufflé
Hector Sanchez

Recipe: Cheesy Grits Soufflé

Turn a classic Southern dish into a light, fluffy soufflé for the ultimate holiday brunch.

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Creamy Parmesan Grits

Creamy Parmesan Grits
Alison Miksch; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller

Recipe: Creamy Parmesan Grits

Parmesan cheese is the shining star in this elegant yet simple grits recipe.

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Grits Dressing

Grits Dressing Recipe
Laurey W. Glenn

Recipe: Grits Dressing

Trade in your cornbread dressing for grits dressing this Thanksgiving. This mouthwatering recipe pairs perfectly with pork roast, baked chicken, or beef tenderloin.

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Creamed-Corn Grits

Creamed-Corn Grits
Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Styling: Christine Keely

Recipe: Creamed-Corn Grits

This recipe is one of our favorite ways to celebrate the summer season, but it'd be just as good on your Thanksgiving table.

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Cheesy Baked Grits with Blue Hokkaido Squash and Bacon

Cheesy Baked Grits with Blue Hokkaido Squash and Bacon
Jennifer Causey; Food Styling: Melissa Gray; Prop Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller

Recipe: Cheesy Baked Grits with Blue Hokkaido Squash and Bacon

This recipe celebrates a lesser-known variety of squash, Blue Hokkaido.

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Lowcountry Shrimp and Grits

Lowcountry Shrimp and Grits
Iain Bagwell

Recipe: Lowcountry Shrimp and Grits

This classic entrée makes the most of flavorful shrimp and rich, cheesy grits.

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