Ingredients

  • 2 c. whole milk
  • 1 c. grits
  • Coarse salt
  • Pepper
  • 2 tbsp. canola oil
  • 1 1/2 lb. fresh morel mushrooms (or cremini or chanterelles)
  • 1/4 c. dry white wine
  • 2 1/2 oz. Parmigiano-Reggiano
  • 1 tbsp. unsalted butter
  • fresh flat-leaf parsley

Method

  • In a large heavy-duty saucepan, bring 2 cups water and milk to a gentle boil and slowly add grits, whisking constantly.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Reduce heat to simmer and cook, stirring often, until mixture is very thick, 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil.
  • Add mushrooms and saute, stirring occasionally, until barely tender, about 2 minutes.
  • Add wine, cooking until liquid evaporates and mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Set aside.
  • Remove grits from heat and whisk in cheese and butter.
  • Season with additional salt and pepper, if desired.
  • Transfer grits to a warmed serving dish.
  • Spoon mushrooms over grits and sprinkle with parsley.