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Ben’s Galley Old Fashioned Overnight Grits

Updated: Jun 4

The slow cooker method transforms stone-ground grits into silky perfection without any babysitting. Perfect for when you need a reliable breakfast that's ready on schedule, regardless of weather conditions or busy galley mornings.


The galley advantage: Set it before bed, wake up to perfect grits. Feeds a large crew with minimal effort and zero morning prep time.


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Ingredients (Serves 16-20)

  • 14 cups water

  • 24 oz canister stone-ground old fashioned grits

  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt

  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 stick butter, cut into pieces

  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half


Instructions

  1. Combine ingredients: Add water, grits, salt, and pepper to slow cooker. Stir well to combine.

  2. Add butter: Distribute butter pieces evenly throughout the mixture.

  3. Cook overnight: Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours.

  4. Finish: Stir in heavy cream during the last 30 minutes of cooking for extra richness.

  5. Serve: Stir well before serving. Keep on "warm" setting for extended breakfast service.


Chef's Tips

  • Stone-ground grits essential - regular instant grits won't work for this method

  • Don't lift the lid during cooking - maintains consistent temperature

  • Stir before serving - natural separation occurs during long cooking

  • Add toppings - cheese, bacon bits, or green onions for variety

  • Leftovers reheat well - add a splash of milk or cream when reheating


Ben's Gadgets

Crock-Pot 7 Quart Programmable Slow Cooker with Digital Timer

This is the perfect choice for overnight grits! The programmable timer automatically switches to "warm" after the 8-hour cooking cycle, so your grits stay at perfect serving temperature without overcooking. Essential for when you need reliable, hands-off operation. The 7-quart capacity feeds the entire crew, and the digital controls ensure consistent results every time.



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