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The Great Grits Debate: 10 Recipes We Love (Some with Salt, Some with Sugar)

Whether you're #TeamSalt or #TeamSugar, nothing beats a good bowl of hot and creamy grits. As the debate continues, here are 10 grits recipes we love. 
By Lauren Porter · Updated October 27, 2020
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01
Easy, Creamy Cheese Grits

It doesn’t get more self-explanatory. With the additions of cream and cheese, it doesn’t get much better than this. 

The Great Grits Debate: 10 Recipes We Love (Some with Salt, Some with Sugar)
Food.com
02
Old Fashioned Creamy Grits

You can’t go wrong with a classic. With nothing some butter and some cream, this recipe is quick and simple. 

The Great Grits Debate: 10 Recipes We Love (Some with Salt, Some with Sugar)
Saveur
03
Seared Scallops with Creamy Bacon Grits

Move over shrimp and grits, there’s another seafood favorite pairing with grits that nothing but a hit! This seared scallops with creamy bacon grits is the perfect twist in a delicious classic that still packs plenty of flavor to keep those tastebuds satisfied. 

The Great Grits Debate: 10 Recipes We Love (Some with Salt, Some with Sugar)
My Gourmet Connection
04
Cheese Grits

A little cheese has never hurt anybody! Add them to some grits and you’ve got a good thing on your plate. Throw in some barbeque shrimp to kick it up a notch and it’s happy eating. 

The Great Grits Debate: 10 Recipes We Love (Some with Salt, Some with Sugar)
Food and Wine
05
Bacon-Cheddar Grits

Kick the flavor up a notch with some bacon and some cheese with this grits recipe. If you’re feeling the need to take the spice level up, add a jalapeno to really set breakfast off. 

The Great Grits Debate: 10 Recipes We Love (Some with Salt, Some with Sugar)
Martha Stewart
06
Sunny’s Cajun Baked Shrimp and Grits

Food Network’s Sunny Anderson delivers with this flavorful recipe for Cajun Baked Shrimp and Grits that have a kick of spice but are oh-so nice. 

The Great Grits Debate: 10 Recipes We Love (Some with Salt, Some with Sugar)
The Food Network
07
Baked Garlic Cheese Grits

This might be just the recipe for #TeamSalt. Adding a little of garlic and just a dash of cheese, it’s where savory and salty meet for the perfect balance in a breakfast bowl. 

The Great Grits Debate: 10 Recipes We Love (Some with Salt, Some with Sugar)
08
Cheesy Grits with Poached Eggs, Greens and Bacon

Not only is this recipe downright delicious, it looks good too. With eggs and bacon added into the mix, it’s all you need for a breakfast you won’t forget. 

The Great Grits Debate: 10 Recipes We Love (Some with Salt, Some with Sugar)
Bon Appetit
09
Grits Fritters

It’s a new take on a good thing; bite sized Grits Fritters are definitely a hot menu item to get the guests talking. 

The Great Grits Debate: 10 Recipes We Love (Some with Salt, Some with Sugar)
Spicy Southern Kitchen
10
Easy Breakfast Grits

No fuss here with this simple and easy recipe that is safe for everyone to enjoy. 

The Great Grits Debate: 10 Recipes We Love (Some with Salt, Some with Sugar)