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Creamy Grits with Rosemary Bacon

This recipe for creamy grits with rosemary bacon offers a sophisticated twist on a classic comfort food. The velvety texture of the grits, enriched with whole milk and nutty Parmigiano-Reggiano, provides a luxurious base for the savoury toppings. By roasting the bacon with fresh rosemary, you infuse the meat with an earthy, pine-like aroma that cuts beautifully through the richness of the cheese and butter.

Perfect as a warming weekend brunch or a quick midweek supper, this dish relies on cupboard staples and simple techniques. While grits are traditionally a staple of Southern American cuisine, this version uses quick-cooking varieties and Italian hard cheese to create a fusion of flavours that feels entirely modern. Serve it immediately while the bacon is crisp and the grits are at their smoothest.

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Ingredients for Creamy Grits with Rosemary Bacon

  • 1 tablespoon rosemary leaves

  • 8 thick-cut bacon slices

  • 600ml water

  • 350ml whole milk

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

  • 230g quick-cooking grits

  • 60ml grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

How to make Creamy Grits with Rosemary Bacon

Preheat oven to 232°C with rack in middle.

Sprinkle rosemary over bacon in a 4-sided sheet pan. Roast, turning once, until bacon is golden, 12 to 14 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Meanwhile, bring water, milk, butter, a rounded 1/4 teaspoons salt, and 1/8 teaspoons pepper to a simmer in a heavy medium saucepan. Add grits in a slow stream, whisking constantly. Simmer over medium-low heat, covered, stirring often, until grits are tender and creamy, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in cheese. Serve grits with bacon.

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  • 16 janvier 2026 | Publié à l'origine

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