Chipotle Pork Chops With Creamy Cheese Grits

Pork Chops

4 National Steak [NSP] Chipotle Pork Chops

Grill Spray

Heat grill or grill pan to 450 F and cook approximately 4 minutes each side.

Hold in hot oven at 250 F until internal temperature is 150 F.

Serve with grits when complete.

Creamy Cheese Grits

Ingredients

· 5 cups water

1 teaspoon salt

1 1/4 cups uncooked quick-cooking grits*

1/2 (8-ounce) block sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded (about 1 cup)

1/2 (8-ounce) block Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (about 1 cup)

1/2 cup half-and-half

1 tablespoon butter

1/4 teaspoon pepper

Preparation

Bring 5 cups water and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Gradually whisk in grits; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes or until thickened. Stir in Cheddar cheese and remaining ingredients until cheese is melted and mixture is blended. Serve immediately.

Stone-ground grits may be substituted. Increase liquid to 6 cups, and increase cook time to 50 minutes.