cheesy grits with veg

So excited to be able to share recipes now! 

I'm moving out of the playhouse and trying not to go to the grocery. Luckily I found all the ingredients for one of my favorite brunches right in the cabinet! 

My darling aunt was kind enough to bring me grits from Georgia when she came to visit. If you don't know what grits are then I feel bad for you. Come on  over and I'll make you some!

Cheesy Grits with veg:

Saute one shallot in some olive oil with one clove smashed garlic. Add one diced tomato and continue cooking until onions are translucent and the tomato has a stewed consistency. Meanwhile start preparing your grits according to package instructions. I use 5 minute grits, so I boil 2 cups of heavily salted water and then add 1/2 cup of grits, cover and reduce heat until done. 

When the grits are nice and firm, add 1/2 cup canned corn kernels to accent the maizy flavor of the grits. Throw in cheese to your taste (luckily I still had some amazing cheddar from London), some spices (I use cajun seasoning), and the contents of the saute pan.

A hefty portion for one or a reasonable portion for two. If I was feeling fancy I would throw some sausage or shrimp on top, but for now I am perfectly content!