Creamy Southern Garlic Cheese Grits

Step 1: Melt the butter in pot.

Step 2: Finely mince the garlic and add it to the melted butter, cooking just until tender.

Step 3: Add water.

Step 4: Just as the water is about to boil, turn down to medium and stir in the cream.

Step 5: Add the salt,and pepper.

Step 6: And then slowly add in the grits, stirring with a whisk constantly the entire time you are adding them in.

Step 7: When the grits begin to bubble, turn heat down to a medium low simmer, and continue cooking, stirring often, until mixture is thickened and creamy, about 5 minutes

Step 8: Stir in the cheese.

Step 9: Cook the grits only long enough for the cheese to melt. Taste and adjust seasoning.

Step 10: Serve with a couple dashes of hot sauce if desired.