Grits Bar

Feature grits the next time you entertain. Offer both plain and cheese, and keep them hot in slow cookers or chafing dishes. Choose quick-cooking, regular, or white or yellow stone-ground grits. (We don't recommend instant here.)

Serve several toppings, such as Tomato Gravy featured in the photo, so guests can mix in their favorite flavors. Here's some great ideas:

• Gravies and pestos
• Shredded cheeses
• Roasted vegetables
• Crumbled bacon
• Grilled corn kernels
• Recipe: Tomato Gravy
• Recipe: Parmesan Grits

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