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Grits is actually a food that has it origins in the Native American diet. It is a meal made from dried corn and is usually boiled as a side dish.

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What country invented grits?

I have no idea what grits are. But it sounds like a substance you would find in the united states. Don't you think?


What the south ate in the civil war?

Grits


What is a synoynm for porridge?

Hot cereal, grits or oatmeal are all pretty close.


What are hominy grits?

basically a coarsely ground corn meal served as a sort of thick porridge. the type of corn used for the meal is hominy, which has very large kernels.Grits are a staple here in the American Southland. Over 76% of the grits sold in the U.S are purchased from Virginia to Texas. Georgia has made grits the state food. Mainly used as a breakfast food, usually as a side dish. However, they can be "dressed up" for many uses. Many people that relish eggs fried "over easy", will mix the grits with the eggs, and others top the grits with melted cheese (although this habit tends to be more prevalant among transplanted "Yankees").Topped with butter and or lightly sprinkled with sugar, or topped with red eye gravy, grits are delicious in many forms. In parts of the Carolinas and southward, many serve "Low Country" seafood such as shrimp or catfish with grits, and these dishes are becoming popular in other parts of the country as well.Grits, more than any other food, are a symbol of southern cuisine.* Note:Not to be confused with G.R.I.T.S.Girls Raised In The South!!!


What type of food originated from Georgia?

Grits was made the official prepared food of Georgia in 2002. Grits are bits of ground corn or hominy which constitute a uniquely indigenous Southern food first produced by Native Americans many centuries ago. Corn is a preeminent Georgia crop grown throughout the state. Grits can be a pure and simple breakfast dish or can be incorporated into gourmet cooking through countless recipes.

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What state has grits?

grits came from England in the United Kingdom


What is in grits?

Grits is maiz molido, or mola.


What is grits in spanish?

Grits is maiz molido, or mola.


Are jd bugs better than grits?

grits


Is rice and corn grits heterogeneous or homogeneous?

Rice grits is homogeneous, corn grits is homogeneous, rice and corn grits mixed is heterogeneous.


Are grits the same as cream of rice?

No. Grits are a product made from corn.


Can you freeze grits at are uncooked?

Yes, you can store uncooked grits in the refrigerator.


Can you eat grits on the hcg diet?

Can you eat grits on the hcg diet?


How is Corn Grits Fine different from coarse corn grits?

Corn Grits Fine differ from coarse corn grits mainly in particle size and texture. Fine corn grits have smaller, uniform particles that cook faster and produce a smooth, creamy consistency. In contrast, coarse corn grits have larger granules and a more granular texture after cooking. Fine corn grits are preferred for instant foods, porridge, and smooth polenta, while coarse corn grits are commonly used where a firmer, grainy texture is required.


Does grits contain lipids?

Yes, grits contain a small amount of lipids.


When was Grits Sandwiches for Breakfast created?

Grits Sandwiches for Breakfast was created in 1989.


Grits in a sentence?

Grits are a Southern US breakfast food. It is porridge made of coarsely ground dried corn. "(You) Kiss my grits!" an expression of distain. "Grits and gravy for breakfast is a substantial meal." "Mama reheated the grits for dinner and added cheese."