Ingredients for Grits Toast With Creamy Mushroom Topping
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup coarse ground grits
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- butter (for greasing pan)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup French fried onion rings
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked chopped shrimp (optional)
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How to Make Grits Toast With Creamy Mushroom Topping
- **Prepare the Grits:** Bring 4 cups of chicken broth to a boil in a large pot. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of coarse ground grits. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- **Add Cheese and Season:** Stir in 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1 teaspoon of salt. Remove from heat.
- **Chill the Grits:** Pour the grits mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover with foil and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- **Cut and Bake:** Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Invert the chilled grits onto a large cutting board and use a 2-inch biscuit or cookie cutter to cut out 48 circles. Place the circles on a large, buttered jelly roll pan or baking sheet.
- **Bake the Grits:** Bake for 15 minutes, flip the circles, and bake for another 15 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
- **Make the Mushroom Topping:** In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup mayonnaise, 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms, and 1/2 cup thinly sliced onion rings. (Prepare the topping ahead of time, omitting the onion rings until assembly for optimal crispness.)
- **Assemble and Broil:** Top each grit circle with a tablespoon of the mushroom mixture, including the onion rings. Broil for 5 minutes, or until the topping is lightly browned and heated through.
- **Serve:** Serve immediately and enjoy! (Optional: Add 1/2 cup cooked, chopped shrimp to the topping for extra flavor and protein.)
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
20 g
Sugar
6g
Fat
13g
Carbs
4g
