Corn grits have long been a southern staple and Grits Waffles are a new (old!) way to eat them for breakfast. This vintage recipe uses leftover prepared grits in buttermilk waffle batter.
Extra buttermaple syrup, whipped cream and fresh berries for serving
Instructions
Preheat Belgian waffle iron according to manufacturer’s instructions.
Whisk together flour and baking powder in large bowl. Add eggs, buttermilk, grits and sorghum syrup. Whisk together until thoroughly combined. Add melted butter and mix until well incorporated.
Grease waffle iron with butter and pour scant 3/4 cup of waffle batter onto iron. Cook about 5 minutes, or according to manufacturer’s cooking instructions. The waffle is done when exterior is light golden brown and crisp.
Serve immediately topped with butter, maple syrup, whipped cream and fresh berries. See recipe notes for a favorite southern topping - Peach-Bourbon Sauce.
Notes
Peach-Bourbon Sauce2 teaspoons packed brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon corn starch, 1 tablespoon butter, 3 medium peaches,(about 3 cups) peeled and sliced, 1 tablespoon bourbonCombine brown sugar and cornstarch in a small bowl and set aside.In a medium skillet or saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Remove from heat and add peaches, brown sugar mixture and bourbon. Return to heat and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until mixture begins to bubble, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, and let cool about 20 minutes. Serve warm over waffles.
Keyword all purpose flour, buttermilk, quick cooking grits