*  Exported from  MasterCook II  *

                                   GRIT CAKES

Recipe By     :ESSENCE OF EMERIL SHOW #EE031
Serving Size  :      Preparation Time :
Categories    :ESSENCE OF EMERIL

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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       2  cups          water                                                  
       2  teaspoons     butter                                                 
                        Salt and pepper                                        
     1/2  cup           grits                                                  
     1/4  cup           grated Cheddar cheese                                  
                        Flour, -- for dredging                                 
       2  -4            tablespoons vegetable oil                              

Oil a large sheet pan. In a saucepan bring water and butter, seasoned
with salt and pepper, to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and whisk in
grits. Cook, stirring constantly, 5 minutes. Remove from heat and
stir in cheese. Pour grits onto sheet pan, spreading them evenly.
Cool and cut into cakes with a 2 1/2- to 3-inch biscuit cutter. 

In a large preferably nonstick skillet, heat enough oil to coat
bottom of pan over medium-high heat.  Dredge both sides of cakes in
flour and pan-fry about 2 minutes on each side, until golden. Drain
on paper towels and keep warm before serving. 

Yield: About 8 cakes

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