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Savory Soulful Grits

Savory Soulful Grits

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  • 4

    Servings

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 Cup of Quaker® Old Fashioned - Standard Grits
  • 2 Tsp Olive Oil
  • 1/2 Cup Chopped Onions
  • 1/2 Cup Chopped Bell Peppers
  • 1 Teaspoon Curry Powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Turmeric
  • 1 Tsp Thyme
  • 1 Tsp Oregano
  • 1/4 Tsp Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1 Can (14.5 oz) Low Sodium, Chopped Fiesta Tomatoes
  • 6 Cups Unsweetened Almond Milk
  • Sprinkle of Salt
  • Handful of Mustard Greens (topping)

Cooking Instructions

  • Heat oil in pan to medium-high heat and add onions and green bell peppers. Cook until onions are transparent in color and bell peppers are slightly softened.
  • Add curry powder, turmeric, thyme, oregano and red pepper flakes. Stir for 1 minute, then add 1 can of low sodium fiesta tomatoes.
  • Stir for 3-5 minutes.
  • Add 6 cups of almond milk.
  • Cover the pan and allow liquid to boil for 2 minutes.
  • Add the grits slowly and sprinkle salt to taste, allow to cook for 5-7 minutes until grits have thickened to your preference.
  • In a separate pan, saute handful of mustard greens until tender. Place on top of finished grits.

Brought to you by Dietitians Ashley Carter, RD, LDN and Jasmine Westbrooks, MS, RD, LDN

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  • Calories 350
  • Fat 8g
  • Saturated Fat 0g
  • Sodium 370mg
  • Total Carbohydrates 60g
  • Fiber 5g
  • Sugar 5g
  • Added Sugar 0g
  • Protein 10g
  • Iron 30% DV

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.