Entry #3044, November 24, 2013

For the holidays put a twist on a breakfast favorite for your guests!  The Bacon & Grits Fritters brunch recipe will take you back to the times when mom was in the kitchen, you and your siblings were anticipating the time that she would get done so you all could finally get a taste of what was smelling so delicious.  The recipe is simple and tasty to make. So for this season try it out and you won’t be disappointed.

Southern Breakfast: Bacon and Grits Fritters

Bacon-Grits Fritters Recipe

Image via: Foodily

Servings:  32

Prep-Time:  35 min

Total time: 4hr 40min

Ingredients

1 cup of Uncooked Quick-Cooking Grits
4 cups of Milk
1 teaspoon of Salt
1 ½ cups of (6 oz.) Shredded Extra-Sharp White Cheddar Cheese
½ cup of Cooked and Finely Crumbled Bacon (about 8 slices)
2 Green Onions, minced
½ teaspoon of Freshly Ground Pepper
2 Large Eggs
3 cups of Japanese Breadcrumbs (panko)
Vegetable Oil

Bacon-Grits Fritters

Image via: Betty Crocker

Directions

1. Prepare the grits like it is instructed on the package directions being sure to use 4 cups of milk and 1 tsp of salt.  Then remove it from heat and let it stand for about 5 minutes.  Stir cheese and the next 3 ingredients, stirring until cheese is melted.  Spoon mixture into a lightly-greased 8-inch square baking dish or pan, and chill 4-24 hours.
2. When the mixture has chilled take it out and roll the grits into a 1 ½ -inch balls (about 32 balls in all).  And set them aside on a plate or baking sheet.  Then, in a separate bowl whisk together the eggs and ¼ cup of water.  Take each ball and dip it in the egg wash and roll in breadcrumbs.
3. Get out a large skillet or pan and pour the vegetable oil in it and make it 3 inches deep and heat over a medium-high heat.  Fry the fritters, in batches for 3-4 minutes or until they are golden brown.  When the fritters have golden take them out of the heated oil and place them on paper towels to drain them.
4.  Keep the fritters warm in a pan on a wire rack in the oven for 225 degrees F for up to 30 minutes and serve warm!

Enjoy this Bacon & Grits Fritters Recipe for your next brunch or breakfast. Guaranteed to be a sure fire hit!

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