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Title: Are grits groceries?
Post by: JohnnyReb on November 13, 2008, 08:59:22 AM
"Are_grits_groceries" has struck me as potential mole, or just a plain ol' idiot.  We've seen a number of posts brought over from this particular DUmmy.

To answer the question, "Are_grits_groceries"? HELL YEAH! If you're southern. Some eggs, bacon/ham/sausage, grits and some hot homemade biscuits (made with real artery clogging, heart stopping lard) with homemade butter/jelly.......BOY! You're talking some kindda fine breakfast there. Really starts the day off right. 
Title: Are grits groceries?
Post by: overlord on November 13, 2008, 05:27:15 PM
To answer the question, "Are_grits_groceries"? HELL YEAH! If you're southern. Some eggs, bacon/ham/sausage, grits and some hot homemade biscuits (made with real artery clogging, heart stopping lard) with homemade butter/jelly.......BOY! You're talking some kindda fine breakfast there. Really starts the day off right. 

Yes they are groceries..until some yankee puts sugar in'em.  Then it's just garbage :popcorn:
Title: Are grits groceries?
Post by: AllosaursRus on November 13, 2008, 07:25:20 PM
Yes they are groceries..until some yankee puts sugar in'em.  Then it's just garbage :popcorn:

you gotta be kiddin' me! SUGAR???

That's blasphemy!!!!!!
Title: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Toastedturningtidelegs on November 13, 2008, 07:30:50 PM
"Are_grits_groceries" has struck me as potential mole, or just a plain ol' idiot.  We've seen a number of posts brought over from this particular DUmmy.
I don't know Ralph! I've had quite a few posts brought over here as well! :-)
Title: Are grits groceries?
Post by: MrsSmith on November 13, 2008, 07:48:06 PM
Grit?  That's the stuff they put on paper to use for sanding wood and metal.  They're not edible. 
Title: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Chris on November 13, 2008, 07:56:41 PM
Grit?  That's the stuff they put on paper to use for sanding wood and metal.  They're not edible. 

 :rotf:

I've lived in the south my entire life and have only had grits once or twice.  I guess that's what comes from having a dad from the Bronx and a mother from the UK.  They just weren't served.

I made the mistake of buying canned hominy corn when I wanted sweet yellow corn.  I wondered why it was a little dry.
Title: Are grits groceries?
Post by: MrsSmith on November 13, 2008, 08:49:50 PM
:rotf:

I've lived in the south my entire life and have only had grits once or twice.  I guess that's what comes from having a dad from the Bronx and a mother from the UK.  They just weren't served.

I made the mistake of buying canned hominy corn when I wanted sweet yellow corn.  I wondered why it was a little dry.
Canned hominy corn can be made fairly edible if drained and then slowly fried in lots of bacon grease.


I took all my kids "Down South" when my oldest graduated from boot camp.  I think we were in Alabama for breakfast...a couple kids ordered bacon and eggs.  They had no clue what that "weird cream-of-wheat stuff" was on their plates.  One was brave enough to try a bite.   The rest of us  :rotf: at his expression.  Poor kid.   :lmao:
Title: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Chris on November 13, 2008, 08:52:34 PM
Canned hominy corn can be made fairly edible if drained and then slowly fried in lots of bacon grease.


I took all my kids "Down South" when my oldest graduated from boot camp.  I think we were in Alabama for breakfast...a couple kids ordered bacon and eggs.  They had no clue what that "weird cream-of-wheat stuff" was on their plates.  One was brave enough to try a bite.   The rest of us  :rotf: at his expression.  Poor kid.   :lmao:

At least he tried.  I'll give him credit for that.  :-)

The two places I've had grits were at the company cafeteria at Ford and some sort of IHOP-style restaurant.  I was not impressed either time.  I was told by one of the guys at Ford that it takes lots of water and a couple hours to do them right.  I can imagine what "good" grits are like, but I've never managed to find any.
Title: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Vagabond on November 13, 2008, 09:30:12 PM
I don't know of anything better than a plate full of runny yolk eggs, bacon, and grits all mixed together.  Grits with sharp cheddar cheese mixed is some awesome stuff too.

Oddly enough, some yankee relatives came down south (when I was back home).  They loved grits.
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Chris on November 13, 2008, 09:38:48 PM
I'm going to move this part of the thread to the food forum.  :yum:
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Chris on November 13, 2008, 09:39:55 PM
I don't know of anything better than a plate full of runny yolk eggs, bacon, and grits all mixed together.  Grits with sharp cheddar cheese mixed is some awesome stuff too.

Oddly enough, some yankee relatives came down south (when I was back home).  They loved grits.

I love me some runny eggs with bacon and toast.  Dammit, now I'm hungry.
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: rich_t on November 13, 2008, 10:03:07 PM
Damn...  I haven't had grits in a while.  Gonna have to stop by a wafflehouse soon.

Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Chris_ on November 14, 2008, 06:06:59 AM
Canned hominy corn can be made fairly edible if drained and then slowly fried in lots of bacon grease.


I took all my kids "Down South" when my oldest graduated from boot camp.  I think we were in Alabama for breakfast...a couple kids ordered bacon and eggs.  They had no clue what that "weird cream-of-wheat stuff" was on their plates.  One was brave enough to try a bite.   The rest of us  :rotf: at his expression.  Poor kid.   :lmao:
Witholding grits from children in the South is considered a form of abuse.   :fuelfire: :-)
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: jtyangel on November 14, 2008, 06:12:18 AM
I love grits...with cheddar cheese in them and a little salt and pepper. When I moved up to Ohio I heard someone ask how to eat 'those' while sitting in a Cracker Barrel...the waitress said to put some brown sugar and syrup in them :thatsright: I about died :thatsright: When she left, I leaned over to them and told them they aren't creamed wheat and that they'd like them a whole lot better with a little sharp cheddar and salt and to eat them with their eggs. Good God, where did I move myself to?  This place is full of uncivilized rubes. :lmao:
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Lord Undies on November 14, 2008, 06:15:08 AM
Witholding grits from children in the South is considered a form of abuse.   :fuelfire: :-)

My southern/southwestern family were not "grits people", so I didn't learn to appreciate grits until just a few years ago.

I now eat them often.  They are terrific with butter, eggs-over-easy, and bacon.  

Grits do not keep or travel well.  They must be fresh and very hot.  
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Chris_ on November 14, 2008, 07:40:28 AM
I love grits...with cheddar cheese in them and a little salt and pepper. When I moved up to Ohio I heard someone ask how to eat 'those' while sitting in a ******* Barrel...the waitress said to put some brown sugar and syrup in them :thatsright: I about died :thatsright: When she left, I leaned over to them and told them they aren't creamed wheat and that they'd like them a whole lot better with a little sharp cheddar and salt and to eat them with their eggs. Good God, where did I move myself to?  This place is full of uncivilized rubes. :lmao:
Add cheddar cheese and garlic salt.  mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm   :-)
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: jtyangel on November 14, 2008, 07:47:16 AM
Add cheddar cheese and garlic salt.  mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm   :-)


OMG>..the filter took out the word Crack*r :lmao: :lmao: I'm dying over here.

And that, lug my friend, sounds delish...makes note to put garlic salt in next time. Ahh, I love grits! I have to thank my ex's mother who made all the finist southern, redneck delicacies and grew my appreciation for them. That woman could cook, unfortunately for my butt! :lmao:
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Chris_ on November 14, 2008, 07:54:08 AM

OMG>..the filter took out the word Crack*r :lmao: :lmao: I'm dying over here.

And that, lug my friend, sounds delish...makes note to put garlic salt in next time. Ahh, I love grits! I have to thank my ex's mother who made all the finist southern, redneck delicacies and grew my appreciation for them. That woman could cook, unfortunately for my butt! :lmao:

Cheese Garlic Grits

Ingredients:
1 cup quick grits
4 ounces butter
12 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese
1 egg
1 tablespoon garlic powder
3/4 cup milk
dash Frank's red hot sauce

Preparation:
Cook grits in boiling salted water, according to package directions, until thick. Remove from heat. Stir in butter and half of the cheese. Beat egg with garlic powder, milk amd hot sauce. Stir into grits. Pour into buttered 2-quart casserole. Top with remaining cheese. Bake 1 hour at 350°.

I'm die.
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: jtyangel on November 14, 2008, 07:58:00 AM
I officially love lug nut...that is all :bow: :yum:
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: bijou on November 14, 2008, 08:53:54 AM
I was looking online to see if I could buy grits over here and I came across this horror:
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Quaker Brown Sugar "Dinosaur Eggs" Oatmeal

Start your family's day off right with a fun and wholesome breakfast that includes Quaker Instant Oatmeal Dinosaur Eggs. A prehistoric adventure begins as soon as kids empty the packet of brown sugar-flavoured instant oatmeal into their bowl, add boiling water and begin to stir! Within seconds, dinosaur eggs "hatch" into brightly coloured baby stegosaurs and triceratops. 8 sachets per box.




Our Price: £4.79
http://www.americansweets.co.uk/quaker-brown-sugar-dinosaur-eggs-oatmeal-1678-p.asp

That will be a little over $10.  :( But the good news is I can get these quite cheaply, so I can try them without wasting a whole pack if I can't eat them.
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Individual Sized Pack Of Quaker Instant Grits

 Individual Portion sized packs of Quaker Instant Grits. Perfect for anyone that wnated to try these without having to purchase a full pack. Oatmeal. Just add water or milk. Microwave or just add boiling water and stir. Weight 28g

Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Wineslob on November 14, 2008, 10:35:49 AM
In the late 80's I traveled form Clearwater Fla to Sac, going across the south via I 10. I tried, really, but I never had ANY grits that I would consider worth eating. They were like eating flavorless corn goo/soup. :puke: Now, McDonalds serving biscuits and gravy.................................. :bow:
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: MrsSmith on November 14, 2008, 04:18:36 PM

OMG>..the filter took out the word Crack*r :lmao: :lmao: I'm dying over here.



I couldn't believe it when I saw your post!!   :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:  Soup cracker s!!  Cracker s and cheese!!


Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Zeus on November 14, 2008, 05:32:01 PM
My southern/southwestern family were not "grits people", so I didn't learn to appreciate grits until just a few years ago.

I now eat them often.  They are terrific with butter, eggs-over-easy, and bacon.  

Grits do not keep or travel well.  They must be fresh and very hot.  

There ya go. Sometime when the gravy aint available a little bit of butter and some salt & pepper will do the trick. Yes there is a trick to preparing them.
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Chris on November 14, 2008, 05:48:17 PM
I forgot about Cracker Barrel.  I haven't been to one of those in years.  I may have to pay them a visit next week.
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Lord Undies on November 14, 2008, 06:14:57 PM
I forgot about Cracker Barrel.  I haven't been to one of those in years.  I may have to pay them a visit next week.

I had breakfast at Cracker Barrel last Friday (I think).  Yes, I had grits.  Very good. 

We were going back to Cracker Barrel this morning, but got side tracked by having to babysit a 6 month old due to her father being taken to an emergency room.  Talk about your convoluted relationships, the baby belongs to my ex-daughter-in-law and her S.O.   
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: MrsSmith on November 15, 2008, 11:12:13 AM
I had breakfast at ******* Barrel last Friday (I think).  Yes, I had grits.  Very good. 

We were going back to ******* Barrel this morning, but got side tracked by having to babysit a 6 month old due to her father being taken to an emergency room.  Talk about your convoluted relationships, the baby belongs to my ex-daughter-in-law and her S.O.   
Sort of an extended grandchild sort of thing going on there, Undies.  Any real grandkids from the ex? 

My parents used to do things like this...always treated the younger, unrelated siblings of grandkids just like the real grandkid.  Mr Smith's family is great this way, too. 
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Texacon on November 15, 2008, 11:24:31 AM
Give me a good ol' breakfast burrito ANY DAY OF THE WEEK!

KC

PS for those in the north east.  You can keep your damn scrapple too!   :-)
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: MrsSmith on November 15, 2008, 02:58:57 PM
Give me a good ol' breakfast burrito ANY DAY OF THE WEEK!

KC

PS for those in the north east.  You can keep your damn scrapple too!   :-)
One great thing about Kansas...all our food is edible.   :-) :-) :-)
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Miss Mia on November 15, 2008, 03:03:49 PM
I've had grits a couple of times and I don't care for them really.  But Jty if I ever visit you, I'll try your grits with cheese.   :-)
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Lord Undies on November 15, 2008, 03:25:44 PM
Sort of an extended grandchild sort of thing going on there, Undies.  Any real grandkids from the ex? 

My parents used to do things like this...always treated the younger, unrelated siblings of grandkids just like the real grandkid.  Mr Smith's family is great this way, too. 

Yes.  She is the mother of Little Angel.
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Chris_ on November 15, 2008, 05:16:07 PM
One great thing about Kansas...all our food is edible.   :-) :-) :-)
Never had grits in Kansas.  I'll have to try it next time I'm up there.   :fuelfire:
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: MrsSmith on November 15, 2008, 08:27:02 PM
Never had grits in Kansas.  I'll have to try it next time I'm up there.   :fuelfire:
Up here, we feed grits to our cattle and the beef to us.  Have a T-bone...it's the best results you can get from grits. 
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Thor on November 16, 2008, 02:29:01 AM
Up here, we feed grits to our cattle and the beef to us.  Have a T-bone...it's the best results you can get from grits. 

:bs:

Grits are too damned expensive to use as livestock feed. Plain ol' feed corn is cheaper and probably better, nutritionally.
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: JohnnyReb on November 16, 2008, 09:55:52 AM
Back in the late 50's, I had been up north with daddy about a week and no grits. I was about to die. We were in Canada a couple of days later when I saw on the menu "grits". I had to have me some of those grits or else. My daddy told me, "I don't think you want 'those grits'". He was right, I didn't want "those grits". They were hominy grits. He made me eat'em too. ...and I haven't had hominy grits since then either. :-)
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Chris on November 16, 2008, 10:00:15 AM
So... what is a grit?

I thought grits were made from hominy.  Are thre other kinds of grits?
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Lord Undies on November 16, 2008, 10:06:11 AM
So... what is a grit?

I thought grits were made from hominy.  Are thre other kinds of grits?

Hominy grits?

Oh, I dunno....about six or seven.
Title: Re: Are grits groceries?
Post by: Chris on November 16, 2008, 10:14:22 AM
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