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Spicy Sausage, Kale and Cheesy Grits

Name: Spicy Sausage, Kale and Cheesy Grits
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups skim milk; 1 Â½ cups unsalted chicken broth, divided; Â¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Â¾ cup quick-cooking grits; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; Â½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 14 ounces andouille sausage, sliced in Â¼-inch-thick slices; 1 large yellow onion, diced; 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning; Â½ pound kale, chopped

A cozy plate of Spicy Sausage, Kale and Cheesy Grits works perfectly for a healthy breakfast, weekend brunch or quick supper.

Nathan Lambrecht

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Makes: 4 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Recipe Created By: Jodie Shield
Featured In: Illinois Farm Bureau Partners

Ingredients

2 cups skim milk
1 ½ cups unsalted chicken broth, divided
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¾ cup quick-cooking grits
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
14 ounces andouille sausage, sliced in ¼-inch-thick slices
1 large yellow onion, diced
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
½ pound kale, chopped

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, bring the milk, 1 ¼ cups broth and pepper to a boil. Gradually whisk in the grits. Decrease the heat to low, cover and cook about 10 minutes, whisking every 3 minutes to prevent lumps and scorching. Remove the grits from the heat and add the butter and cheddar cheese. Whisk until combined. Cover until ready to serve.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the oil and heat until sizzling. Add the sausage and stir-fry until brown on both sides, about 5 minutes. Add the onion and Cajun seasoning. Cook until onion is soft and translucent and beginning to brown, about 10 minutes.
Add the kale to the sausage and onions. Pour in the remaining ¼ cup of broth; cover and cook for 5 minutes, or until the kale is wilted and tender and serve immediately on top of the warm cheese grits.