Paula Deen's Grillades And Grits Recipe

Indulge in Paula Deen's legendary Grillades and Grits recipe, a Savannah, GA classic! This mouthwatering dish features fork-tender beef simmered in a rich, flavorful gravy, served over creamy, buttery grits. Perfect for a cozy weekend brunch or a special occasion dinner. Get ready for a taste of Southern comfort food at its finest!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 105 mins
Calories 638.7 kcal
Protein 69g
Rating 4.8 (6 Reviews)
Paula Deen's Grillades And Grits 14

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Paula Deen's Grillades And Grits

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How to Make Paula Deen's Grillades And Grits

  1. Season beef cubes generously with 2 tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp garlic powder.
  2. Dust beef with 1/3 cup flour, tossing gently to coat.
  3. Spray a large cast iron Dutch oven with cooking spray. Heat 4 tbsp bacon grease and 4 tbsp vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  4. Brown beef in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Remove browned beef with a slotted spoon and set aside in a large bowl.
  5. Add chopped bell pepper, onion, celery, and minced garlic to the Dutch oven. Sauté until softened and slightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Remove vegetables with a slotted spoon and add to the bowl with the beef. Adjust the fat in the pot to 3 tablespoons total.
  7. Make a roux: Gradually whisk in 1/4 cup flour, stirring constantly over medium heat until the mixture is a deep brown color (about 8-10 minutes). Be careful not to burn it!
  8. Slowly whisk in 4 cups of beef broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
  9. Bring to a simmer, then return the beef and vegetables to the pot.
  10. Add 2 bay leaves, 1 tsp thyme, 1 tbsp hot sauce, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp dried basil, and salt to taste.
  11. Stir in 1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes and 1 (14.5 oz) can of diced tomatoes (undrained).
  12. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until beef is incredibly tender, stirring occasionally.
  13. Remove bay leaves before serving. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley.
  14. Serve the grillades generously over your favorite hot, buttery grits (prepare 4 cups of grits according to package directions and stir in 4 tbsp butter).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

37 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

84g

Carbs

5g