I am not sayin’ these cauliflower grits are a perfect dupe, but it’s pretty close to classic grits. You still get the creaminess, you still get the butter, and the garlic rounds it all out. Yeah, you’ll taste a little cauliflower, but it ain’t loud. Trust, boos!
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How to Make Cauliflower Grits
Step 1: Cook the mashed cauliflower according to the package, then transfer it to a bowl and whisk in butter, both cheeses, a splash of cream, and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper, then serve and enjoy your cheesy cauliflower grits!
PRO TIP: I like switching out the cheddar for Monterey Jack or pepper jack when I want an extra kick. Sometimes I’ll throw in a touch of blue cheese too. The grits turn out so good, I swear even Scarlett O’Hara would put down her Tara troubles for a bite!
Cauliflower Grits Recipe
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Ingredients
- 24 oz frozen cauliflower mashed 2 (12 oz) each packages
- 2 tbsp salted butter
- 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese we use mild or medium but feel free to use sharp if you prefer it
- 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder feel free to go up to 1/2 tsp but taste as you go along
Instructions
- Cook mashed cauliflower in the microwave according to the package.
- Add contents to a bowl then whisk in butter, both cheeses, heavy cream, garlic powder and salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Fridge: Keep any leftover grits in an airtight container in the fridge. They’ll stay good for about 3 to 4 days, so go on and make a batch ahead if you’re planning for the week!
- Reheating: Warm them up in the microwave or on the stove over medium-low heat. Just add a splash of cream or milk to bring back that creamy texture.
Nutrition
Serving Suggestions
- Southern Staples: Pair em up with a juicy Mississippi pot roast or your favorite one, like an Italian pot roast or a good ol’ classic pot roast.
- Seafood Delights: Shrimp and grits, anyone? Or try them with some crispy fried catfish for a real Southern seafood feast!
- Breakfast Favorites: These cauliflower cheese grits go great with crispy bacon or sausage links. Add a fluffy omelet or scrambled eggs, and you have a hearty breakfast!
- Comfort Classics: How about some smothered chicken or pork chops? The savory gravy mixes perfectly with the creamy grits.
Recipe Help
Yep! Steam it until tender, then mash or blend it smooth. You want that creamy texture like the frozen mashed kind.
Sure can! Use olive oil or dairy-free butter, swap in your go-to dairy-free cheese, and use coconut cream or another non-dairy option instead of heavy cream.
Let it cook a little longer to get rid of extra moisture. Adding more cheese or a spoon of cream cheese helps thicken it up too.
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Is it the additions to the cauliflower mashed potatoes that make these taste like grits versus mashed potatoes? I am definitely craving some shrimp and grits (keto style!)
So good!! A huge hit!
This was just wonderful! Definitely going into the rotation. Thank you so much!
I want to blend cauliflower in my food processor until a fine texture like grits texture and steam them and cook them as I would grits ,is that possible, then add butter salt pepper cheese or whatever just saying I really like to do this thank you for the response
I’m loving this paleo take on grits! Lord knows I love a good pile of classic, southern grits – but I think my waistline will thank me for these 😉
Wow! I honestly couldn’t tell that this was made out of cauliflower! This looks so creamy and delish!
It is a brilliant idea to use cauliflower. I love grits and yes it is a versatile dish. I can’t wait to try this recipe. Saving it for the future.
This is so smart! Using cauliflower rice for grits is a great move for a low-carb grit option. 🙂
OMG these look so creamy and simply fantastic! love the idea of adding some cheddar cheese! SO GOOD with chicken!
Now why have I never thought of this? After doing keto for almost 2 years and having a good supply of shrimp crying out for grits, it never occurred to me that cauli mash resembled grits. I just made this for a quick breakfast and will definitely add to my repertoire.