Ingredients:
Kale:
4c Kale, stems removed
8-10 Cloves Garlic, thinly sliced
2T Olive Oil
2T Unsalted Butter
Salt and Pepper, to taste
White Cheddar Grits:
1 1/2c Water
1/4t Salt
1T Butter
1/2c Trader Joe's Stone Ground White Grits
1/2 Whole Milk
1/2c Sharp White Cheddar Cheese, shredded
Directions:
1. In large pot, combine water, salt, and butter. Bring to a low boil
2. Stir in grits and return to boil
3. Cover and reduce heat to low
4. Stir grits frequently, cooking 20-25 minutes
5. Add in milk, stir, and cook another 10 minutes, until grits are creamy
6. While grits are finishing, heat oil and butter in large skillet over medium high
7. Add garlic and kale, plus salt and pepper
8. Cook until garlic has reached a deep brown and kale has wilted, approximately 5-7 minutes (I like my garlic really dark and crispy, but feel free to cook until your desired level of doneness)
9. Once the grits have finished, add in the cheddar cheese, making sure it's completely melted
10. Season to taste with salt and pepper, enjoy
Makes approximately 2-3 servings
Notes:
If you're looking for a little heat to cut the richness of the grits, add 1/2t Crushed Red Pepper Flakes to the kale
