That’s what I have to say about these grits.

They are rich, flavorful and super filling. And affordable!!!

That’s exactly the kind of meal I need for feeding my growing brood of boys. Their bottomless pit stomachs are only getting bigger and I’m just here trying to keep up…without going broke. 

Sigh!

And that’s why I love this recipe and meal so much…

It’s great for a hearty weekend breakfast (not sure I could pull this off during the weekday, get out the door for school, “WE ARE LATE” rush!!!) or a fun weeknight dinner. 

Enjoy!

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Instant Pot Cheesy Sausage Grits

Just make them. Fall in love with them. They are just SO GOOD.

Prep Time15 minutes minutes

Cook Time10 minutes minutes

Servings - 6 servings

Ingredients 

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• 1 lb. mild breakfast sausage
• 1 cup ground grits
• 1 packet Ranch dressing or 2 Tbsp homemade Ranch dressing mix
• 1 tsp minced garlic
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup cream
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• Pepper to taste

Instructions

• Add the breakfast sausage to the base of the Instant Pot insert. Set on “saute mode” and brown. Stir often while it’s browning. If you’d like add 1/4 cup of the chicken broth to deglaze the bottom.
• Once browned, add the grits, Ranch dressing, minced garlic, and then pour in the chicken broth. Stir well.
• Put the lid on and set to Sealing.
• Cook on High, for 10 minutes.
• Quick release the pressure, then stir in the cream and shredded cheese.
• Serve Instant Pot Cheesy Sausage Grits with some fresh fruit – for breakfast or dinner. Enjoy!

A few step by step photos for you!

Brown the sausage on Saute mode.

Then add in the garlic, ranch dressing mix and grits…

Pour in the broth…

Give it all a good stir.

Then, cook on High for 10 minutes. 

Once cooked, combine well and then stir in the shredded cheese. 

OH MY. 

YUM!

Enjoy! 

This recipe is featured on Meal Plan Monday #159