Source: MRS 2025
MRS: 8735 — Breakfast Grains (8500s)

Hot Grits (Enriched)

Meal Component Contribution:
1 oz. eq. enriched grains
Number of Portions: 100  Size of Portion: ½ cup
Recipe HACCP Process: #2 - Same day service
Enriched Grain
  •  Enriched Grain

INGREDIENT
MEASURE (FOR 100 SERVINGS)
Water, Hot, Municipal
3 3/4 gallons
Cereal, Grits, Quick Preparation, #2122
2  quarts + 3  cups, dry
Salt, Table, #2723
1/4 cup
DIRECTIONS

1.

Bring the water to a rolling boil in a braising pan or a large pot.

2.

Slowly add the grits and salt to the water, then stir to prevent lumps from forming.

3.

Heat the mixture for 5 minutes, or until the grits thicken. Stir the grits as needed.

CCP: Heat to 135 degrees F or higher for at least 15 seconds at the completion of the cooking process. If manufacturer instructions on the package or case have a higher temperature, follow those recommendations.

4.

Transfer the grits to steamtable pans and place them on the heated portion of service line.

CCP: Hold and maintain the product at a minimum temperature of 135 degrees F or higher. Check the temperature every 30 minutes.

5.

Portion ½ cup serving with #8 scoop, 4 ounce ladle or 4 ounce spoodle per serving. Each portion provides 1 oz. eq. of enriched grains.

CCP:  Hold and maintain the product at a minimum temperature of 135 degrees F. Check temperature every 30 minutes. Discard any leftovers.

Nutrients Per Serving
Calories
63
Carbohydrates
13.57 g
Dietary Fiber
0.79 g
Protein
1.31 g
Sodium
287.25 mg
Total Fat
0.30 g
Sat. Fat
0.06 g
Trans Fat
0.00 g