Crockpot Grits

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups stone ground grits
6 cups water
2 teaspoons salt
4-6 tablespoons butter, cut into 1 tablespoon-sized pieces
1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Lightly spray inside of a 6-quart crockpot with cooking spray.

Stir together grits, salt and water in the crockpot. Cover and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours.

Remove lid. Scatter butter on top. Use a whisk to stir the grits until they are an even consistency and the butter has melted.

Sprinkle cheese on top and add pepper to taste.