Grits, cheese, bacon and fried shallots make for a warm, savory breakfast for a cold mountain morning.
Bacon and Cheese Grits
Serves 2
- 2 packets instant grits
- 1 tsp butter powder
- 2 tsp onion flakes
- 1 tsp garlic flakes
- 2 Tbsp bacon crumbles
- 2 Tbsp freeze dried cheddar cheese
- 2 Tbsp fried shallots (or crispy onions)
Fresh ground pepper to taste.
Off the trail:
Combine all ingredients in a Ziploc bag, except shallots. Put shallots in their own small bag, and add to larger bag. Write on bag with a Sharpie, 1 cup H2O. Seal bag and remove air.
On the trail:
Bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Remove bag of shallots, and add remaining contents to boiling water. Remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 8-10 minutes. Divide between two mugs or bowls and top with shallots.
