Grits With Parmesan And Prosciutto

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 3 cups water in a microwave-safe measuring cup
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 2 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, minced
• 3/4 cup quick grits
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, preferably reggiano
• 1 teaspoon butter
• black pepper, to taste

Recipe

• microwave water until very hot, 3 to 4 minutes.
• meanwhile, heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. add prosciutto; saute until moisture evaporates and bits start to fry and crisp, about 3 minutes. remove prosciutto; set aside.
• add the hot water to the empty pan and bring to a boil. whisk in grits and salt. simmer, uncovered, over medium-low heat until thick, about 3 to 5 minutes. stir in prosciutto, cheese, butter and pepper to taste. let stand to cool and allow flavors to blend, 2 to 3 minutes. serve.