I don't know about you, but there are some days when I just make way too much of a certain food. Grits happen to be the food that I tend to do that with the most. Of course, my initial thought was that leftover grits were just no longer good for eating since they lose that initial creaminess. However, I was wrong!
If you have leftover grits, save them for grits cakes. It's easy!
Grease a square casserole dish, and spread the leftover grits in the dish. This usually results in a 3/4 inch to 1 inch thick grits cake. Cover and place in the refrigerator for at least an hour or until it firms. Using a small knife, cut the grits in 4-8 squares (depending on how large you like your cakes). Using a cast iron skillet, add enough canola oil to cover the bottom. Heat the oil over medium heat (use an even higher temperature for an electric stove). After the oil has preheated, sear the grits cakes on both sides. They will be golden in color. Make sure not to overcrowd the skillet in order to get those yummy crispy edges. Voila! Grits cakes!
These can be eaten in so many ways. I like to top the cakes with black beans, cilantro, shredded cheese, and salsa, but the possibilities are endless.
So the next time you notice that you've made too many grits, think twice about throwing them away. Grits cakes can not only help you avoid wasting food, but they are also mighty tasty!
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