Beef and Smoked Gouda Grits (Saturday)

Makes 6 servings 3 ½ cups water 1 cup quick-cooking grits

1 cup shredded smoked Gouda cheese

2 tablespoons butter, room temperature

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 6 ounces coarsely chopped Portobello mushrooms

½ cup chopped red onion

1 package (17 ounces) refrigerated fully cooked beef tips with gravy

Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Prep time: 15 minutes. Cooking time: less than 20 minutes.

Boil water in a medium pan. Slowly add grits, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook 5 to 7 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Add cheese and butter; stir until cheese and butter are completely melted. Remove from heat. Cover; set aside.

Meanwhile, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and onion. Cook 4 to 5 minutes or until onion is softened, stirring occasionally. Stir in beef tips with gravy; continue cooking 5 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Divide grits among 4 shallow bowls. Top with beef mixture, garnish with parsley and serve.

Per serving: 370 calories, 31g carbohydrate, 26g protein, 16g fat (7.6g saturated), 78mg cholesterol, 824mg sodium, 2g fiber. Calories from fat: 38%.