Baked Cheese Grits

A bowl of plain grits is just that; plain. We wanted to gussy up this Southern staple. Cheese and cream are popular embellishments and we set out to figure out the best method for adding them. Here’s what we discovered:

Test Kitchen Discoveries

• Old-fashioned grits are well worth the additional 10 minutes longer it takes to cook than quick-cooked grits, which have an unpleasantly gluey texture.
• Sautéed onion adds surprising depth with minimal effort.
• Extra-sharp cheddar cheese lends the most flavor to the grits.
• Eggs add richness, binding power, and lightness to the dense grits.