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Savory Breakfast & Brunch Dishes

Vegetable pies, fried grits, and potato preparations give this breakfast collection a savory direction. The dishes offer alternatives when you want a morning meal built around something other than a sweet bake.

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  • Steve’s Creamy Grits

    Steve’s Creamy Grits

    Ingredients 3 cups water 1/2 cup coffee creamer 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup quick-cooking grits 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, or a little more if desired, at room temperature…

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  • Bacon-Cheddar Grits

    This side dish pairs well with fried chicken or grilled pork and shrimp. 4 slices bacon, finely chopped 1 Jalapeño, finely chopped (optional) 4½ cups water 1 cup…

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  • Creamy Grits

    This delicious Southern recipe for creamy grits comes from chef Frank Stitt’s cookbook, Frank Stitt’s Southern Table. 4 cups water, preferably spring water Coarse salt and freshly ground…

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  • Onion, Bacon and Spinach Tart

    1 piecrust 4 slices bacon, cut crosswise into ¼-inch slices 6 cups baby spinach 1½ pounds yellow onions (about 4), halved and cut crosswise into ¼-inch slices (6…

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  • Savory Focaccia Pie

    For a speedy and budget-friendly dinner, top focaccia with tomatoes, Italian sausage, baby spinach, and tangy feta cheese. ¾ cup oil-packed dried tomato halves with Italian herbs (3…

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