Cheesy Grits with Scallions and Jammy Eggs
Creamy, cheesy grits topped with crispy scallions, spicy jalapeños, and perfectly jammy soft-boiled eggs. This comforting Southern-inspired dish combines rich sharp cheddar and butter with crisp vegetable garnishes for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- •1 cup milk
- •½ cup grits
- •3 ounces sharp cheddar
- •2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- •1 to taste kosher salt and pepper
- •1 bunch scallions
- •1 whole jalapeño
- •½ cup vegetable oil
- •4 whole soft-boiled eggs
- •halved
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Bring milk and 1 cup water to a boil over medium-high heat. Whisking constantly, gradually add grits and cook, turning down heat to maintain a low simmer if needed, until tender, 25-35 minutes. Whisk in cheese and butter to melt; season grits with salt and pepper.
35 min
- 2.
While grits are going, combine scallions, jalapeño, and oil in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat, swirling pan occasionally, until scallions are lightly browned and crisp, 8-10 minutes. Using tongs, transfer scallions and jalapeño to a plate. Strain oil through a fine-mesh sieve into a small bowl.
10 min
- 3.
Divide grits among bowls. Top each with an egg and some scallions and jalapeño; drizzle with strained oil.
5 min
