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Savory Creamy Grits Breakfast Bowl Recipe Easy Homemade Sausage and Eggs

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A comforting and hearty breakfast bowl featuring slow-simmered creamy stone-ground grits paired with savory breakfast sausage and perfectly cooked eggs. This easy recipe is perfect for cozy mornings and busy days alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup stone-ground grits (coarse grind preferred)
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 8 ounces ground breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)
  • 4 large eggs
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional garnishes: chopped chives, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, hot sauce

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water and 1 cup of milk to a boil over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon salt.
  2. Slowly whisk in 1 cup of stone-ground grits to avoid lumps. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring frequently, until thickened and tender, about 20-25 minutes. The grits should be creamy but still hold their shape.
  3. Stir in 3 tablespoons unsalted butter and 1/2 cup heavy cream. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm on very low heat while preparing sausage and eggs.
  4. Heat a nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add 8 ounces ground breakfast sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  5. In the same pan, reduce heat to low. Crack 4 large eggs and cook sunny-side up or to preferred doneness. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Spoon creamy grits into bowls, top with cooked sausage and eggs. Garnish with chopped chives, shredded cheddar, or a dash of hot sauce if desired.

Notes

Stir grits frequently while simmering to prevent lumps and sticking. Add a splash of milk or water if grits thicken too much. Cook eggs on low heat to keep whites tender and yolks runny. Drain excess fat from sausage to avoid heaviness. For dairy-free, substitute milk and cream with coconut or almond milk and use dairy-free butter.

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