Experience the ultimate Southern comfort with this easy Golden Corral Copycat Grit Recipe, delivering that signature creamy, buttery texture and rich, comforting flavor you love. This simple recipe is the perfect hearty side dish for breakfast, brunch, or pairing with any homestyle meal.
Experience the ultimate Southern comfort right in your own kitchen with this easy Golden Corral Copycat Grit Recipe!
We’ve cracked the code to those perfectly creamy, buttery grits known for their rich, comforting flavor and smooth texture. Whether you’re making a hearty breakfast, serving a classic brunch, or looking for the ideal side dish for fried fish or homestyle favorites, this simple recipe delivers that irresistible buffet quality in minimal time.
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Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Unbeatable Creaminess: This recipe guarantees the velvety, smooth, and lump-free texture that makes Golden Corral’s grits famous.
- Ultimate Comfort Flavor: Loaded with butter and cream, these grits deliver a rich, warm, and satisfying homestyle taste.
- Simple Ingredients: You can achieve this gourmet flavor using just a few pantry staples—no fancy techniques required!
- Versatile Side Dish: They are the perfect accompaniment for everything, from classic breakfast eggs and bacon to savory Southern fish and chicken entrées.
- Quick to Master: The straightforward steps ensure you can whip up this Southern classic easily, making it an ideal weeknight or weekend side.
Golden Corral Grit Ingredients
- Butter: Adds signature rich, indulgent, and comforting buttery flavor.
- Stone-Ground Grits: Essential base for authentic, hearty, and satisfying texture.
- Water: Necessary for slow cooking and softening the grits base.
- Heavy Cream: The secret for ultimate velvety, smooth, and lump-free creaminess.
- Salt: Balances sweetness and enhances the overall savory flavor.
- Black Pepper: Provides a subtle layer of necessary warmth and depth.
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese: Adds sharp, tangy flavor and extra richness (optional).
- Butter (extra for serving): Perfect finishing touch for a melting, glossy presentation.
How To Make Golden Corral Grit Recipe
Step One: In your Instant Pot bowl, add the stone-ground grits and butter. Press the saute button and saute the grits with the butter (mixing constantly) for about 2-3 minutes, until the grits are slightly toasted.
Step Two: Then mix in the water, heavy cream salt, and pepper. Add the lid, making sure that the vent is in the sealing position. Set the manual high pressure for 10 minutes. When the time is up, do a natural release. When the pin has dropped, and the pressure has been completely released, open the lid and stir. Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese, stir until melted.
Easy Copycat Golden Corral Grit Recipe Faqs
What kind of grits should I use for the best results? For the authentic, rich texture found at Golden Corral, stone-ground grits are ideal, though they take the longest to cook. Quick-cooking grits are also an excellent option if you need speed, but avoid instant grits as they lack the deep corn flavor and creamy texture.
How do I prevent my grits from becoming lumpy? The key to lump-free grits is to start with boiling water and then slowly whisk the grits in as you pour them. After adding, whisk aggressively for about 30 seconds before switching to a low simmer.
Can I use water instead of milk or cream? You can use only water, but the secret to achieving that signature creamy, rich Golden Corral texture and flavor is incorporating heavy cream, half-and-half, or milk at the end. Dairy provides the necessary richness and velvetiness.
Why are my grits bland? Grits need a surprising amount of salt! Make sure to salt the water at the beginning, and then taste and adjust the seasoning again after adding the butter and cream. Proper seasoning brings out the inherent corn flavor.
Can I make these grits ahead of time? Yes, but they will thicken considerably as they cool. When ready to serve, reheat them on the stovetop over low heat, adding an extra splash of water or milk/cream and stirring constantly until they reach your desired creamy consistency.
Storing And Reheating Instructions
- ❄️ Storing Instructions: Store any leftover grits in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Due to the high dairy content, they are not suitable for freezing as they will become watery upon thawing.
- 🔥 Reheating Instructions: Reheat the grits on the stovetop over low heat, stirring frequently. Add a generous splash of milk, cream, or water while stirring to restore their original creamy, smooth consistency.
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Easy Copycat Golden Corral Grit Recipe
Description
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter, unsalted
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon butter, for serving
Instructions
- In your Instant Pot bowl, add the stone-ground grits and butter.
- Press the saute button and saute the grits, with the butter, (mixing constantly) for about 2-3 minutes, until the grits are slightly toasted.
- Then mix in the water, heavy cream salt, and pepper. Add the lid, making sure that the vent is in the sealing position.
- Set the manual high pressure for 10 minutes. When the time is up, do a natural release.
- When the pin has dropped, and the pressure has been completely released, open the lid, and then stir.
- Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese, until the cheese has melted.
- Plate, serve, and enjoy!
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Wooden Spoon
Nutrition
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