Sweet Brown-Sugar Breakfast Grits

Grits as a warm, cozy sweet porridge - butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a swirl of maple. A Southern answer to oatmeal.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup quick grits
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup water

Pinch of salt

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 to 4 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• Maple syrup, for serving
• Optional: raisins, toasted pecans, fresh berries

Directions

Bring the milk, water, and salt to a simmer.

1. Whisk in the grits and cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring, until thick and creamy.

Stir in the butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.

1. Spoon into bowls and finish with a drizzle of maple syrup and any toppings you like.

Notes

Both brown sugar and real maple give a layered, molasses-meets-woodsy sweetness.