Nassau Grits
Nassau Grits is a hearty, flavorful dish combining smoky bacon, savory ham, and stewed tomatoes, perfect for breakfast or brunch and suited for those who enjoy Southern-inspired comfort food.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a skillet until crispy, then remove and drain on paper towels.
- Crumble or chop the cooked bacon and set aside.
- In the bacon drippings, sauté the chopped onion and green pepper until tender.
- Add the stewed tomatoes and water to the skillet, bringing to a simmer.
- Stir in salt and pepper to taste.
- Gradually add the grits, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
- Cook the mixture until the grits are thick and tender, about 20-25 minutes.
- Add the chopped ham and cooked bacon into the grits, stirring to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional bacon or ham if desired.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
361
kcal
18% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
Diet fit
Under 400 cal
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).