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Pumpkin grits

Recipe Information

Description:
Pumpkin grits is a delicious American recipe usually served as a side dish. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 1 hour of cooking time for a combined total time of 1 hour, 10 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 6 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 6
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 1 Hour
Total Time 1 Hour, 10 Minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Pumpkin; Grits
Category Fruit; Rice & Grains
Meal Brunch; Lunch; Dinner
Type Side Dish
Cuisine American
Cook Method Boiling; Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 2 cups pumpkin puree

  • 1/2 cup sugar

  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

  • 1 cup corn grits

  • 3 cups water

  • 1/2 stick of butter, unsalted

  • 1/2 cup milk

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

  • Preheat an oven to 350°F.

  • In a large bowl, mix the pumpkin, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger thoroughly. Set aside.

  • In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a rolling boil. Add the salt and grits and stir. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the butter and stir.

  • Combine the eggs and milk with grits. Add the pumpkin mixture and stir until evenly mixed.

  • Pour the mixture into a nonstick casserole dish and bake for 50 minutes.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 228 cal

  • Total fat: 10g

  • Cholesterol: 84mg

  • Sodium: 517mg

  • Carbohydrate: 31g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Protein: 4g