Sausage Pineapple and Grits Bowl
(2017 Pairings) A hearty and savory breakfast bowl.
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Ingredients
3 cups water
2-½ teaspoons salt divided
1 cup hominy grits
1 tablespoon butter
½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 pound ground pork
1-½ teaspoons ground sage
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup DOLE Pineapple Chunks in Heavy Syrup drained
2 eggs
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Directions
- Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan and add 1/2 teaspoon salt, whisk in the grits for 1 minute. Once the mixture returns to the boil, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Remove the pan from heat and add butter and cheese. Stir to combine. Season to taste with pepper.
- Combine pork, sage, remaining 2 teaspoons salt, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well with hands. Form patties and cook in a skillet for 5 mins per side or saute pork to spoon over grits.
- Add pineapple to a small saute pan and cook over medium heat, stirring often, until golden brown.
- Fry eggs to desired doneness (over-easy recommended).
- Scoop grits into serving bowl, top with 6 oz of sausage, 1/4 cup pineapple, and a fried egg.