Banana Grits Recipe
Banana Grits is a popular breakfast dish in the southern United States. This comforting, creamy comfort food is sure to become a favorite in your home. It’s easy to make and full of flavor.
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Servings: 7
Calories: 656kcal
Equipment
- A pot and bowl
Ingredients
- 4 Bananas
- 10 cups Grits
- 1/2 cup nuts Chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (cinnamon powder)
- 8 tbsp granulated sugar
- 8 tbsp raisins or dried cranberries
- 4 cups buttermilk or whole milk
- 1/3 cup Unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a pot, bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, stir in the grits and reduce heat to low. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Once done, add chopped nuts and cinnamon and mix well.
- Meanwhile, prepare the Milk Mixture by adding milk, sugar, and raisins to a pot. Simmer over medium heat and reduce when it starts simmering. Keep stirring occasionally.
- Combine the cooked grits with the Milk Mixture and mix well. Simmer for 5 minutes on low heat. Take off the heat and stir in melted butter. Mash bananas into the mixture and mix until incorporated.
- Serve the Banana Grits with extra nuts and raisins on top for garnish. Enjoy this flavorful, comforting breakfast dish!
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for best results.
- If you want to add a bit of heat, try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- To make it even more special, top with fresh fruit or a drizzle of honey.
- You can also add some shredded cheese for extra richness.
- If you’re short on time, try using quick-cooking grits or pre-cooked grits.
- To make a savory version of Banana Grits, add in some cooked bacon bits or sausage crumbles.