Smoked Gouda Grits - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon kosher salt (not table salt)
1 cup coarse-ground grits (not instant)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
4 ounces smoked gouda cheese, grated
fresh ground pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives (optional)

Preparation

Bring water and milk and salt to a boil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Gradually whisk in grits until smooth.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook, whisking occasionally, until creamy but still with some bite, 20-25 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in butter and cheese; season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with chives.