Breakfast for 2
Cheese Grits Breakfast Bowls
$6.83for 430 minServes 2
These bowls pair creamy garlic cheese grits with wilted greens and fried eggs cooked until the whites and yolks are firm.
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Cornmeal, grits, polenta$0.08/oz typical | 2.5 oz | $0.20Typical price |
 | Garlic$0.75 each typical | a little | $0.01Typical price |
 | Cheddar and shredded cheese$0.30/oz typical | 1.5 oz | $0.45Typical price |
| Butter$0.40/oz typical | 1 oz | $0.40Typical price |
| Milk$0.04/oz typical | 1 oz | $0.04Typical price |
 | Eggs$0.30 each typical | 3 | $0.90Typical price |
| Spinach$0.35/oz typical | 2 oz | $0.70Typical price |
| Green onions$1.19 each typical | 0.25 | $0.30Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $3.41 | ||
Pantry staples you likely have
Dried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Dried herbs, spices and seasoning blendsSalt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
Swaps
- Swap Cheddar and shredded cheese for Mozzarellaabout the same price
- Swap Milk for Almond, soy or oat milkabout $0.01/oz more at typical prices
- Swap Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
- 30 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 2servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanVegetarianKid-friendlyBudgetBreakfasts
$1.71 per serving$6.83 for 4
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup old fashioned grits
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 tsp salt (optional)
- 3/4 cups sharp cheddar or gouda cheese (optional)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp milk
- 3 fried eggs
- 2 handfuls of fresh baby arugula or spinach
- everything bagel seasoning to taste (optional)
- salt and pepper (optional)
- chopped green onion or chives to garnish (optional)
Steps
- Bring the water, grits, garlic, and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring often.
- Stir the butter, milk, and cheese into the cooked grits until smooth, then season with pepper.
- Heat a lightly oiled 10-inch skillet over medium heat, crack in the eggs, and fry for 4 to 6 minutes until fully firm.
- Add the arugula or spinach to the skillet during the final minute, and cook until wilted.
- Divide the grits between two bowls, top with the greens and eggs, and add the optional seasoning or chopped herbs.
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