How to Make Creamy Morel Mushroom Grits - A Step-by-Step Guide

Morel mushrooms are a delicacy that are highly sought after for their earthy, nutty flavor and meaty texture. When paired with creamy, savory grits, they create a dish that is truly unforgettable. Creamy morel mushroom grits are a luxurious dish that is perfect for a special weekend breakfast or a cozy dinner at home.

Morel mushrooms are a wild mushroom that are harvested in the spring, making them a seasonal treat that many food enthusiasts look forward to each year. Their distinct a...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup stone-ground white corn grits
  • 3 cups vegetarian chicken-flavored broth
  • 4 dried morel mushrooms, or more to taste
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs 30 mins
  • Total Time: 9 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 large servings

  • Place grits in a bowl with water to cover. Set aside to soak, 8 hours to overnight. Skim any debris that floats to top, rinse well, and drain.
  • Bring broth to a boil in a saucepan; remove from heat. Add mushrooms and soak until soft, about 30 minutes. Strain mushrooms, reserving broth. Chop mushrooms.
  • Bring reserved broth and milk to a boil in saucepan over high heat. Stir grits in gradually, add mushrooms, and decrease heat to low. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until grits are soft and creamy, 40 to 50 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
  • Nutrition

    310 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 27mg
    • Sodium: 564mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 42g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Calcium: 319mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 328mg