Quick Corn and Goat Cheese Grits with Bacon

Do you ever plan so much for a big holiday meal or party that you forget about what you're going to eat the rest of the week?  That happens to me often.  I plan meals for the week, but then I get home from the store and get a kick in the pants from reality.  That's when having a well-stocked pantry and fridge essentials is key.  And that's how simple meals like this appear.

There are only four ingredients in this dish: quick cooking grits, goat cheese, corn and bacon.  A super easy meal to make and customize.  It could easily be Quick Bacon and Cheddar Grits with Scallions, or Quick Cream Cheese and Chive Grits, or Quick Gruyere and Sauteed Onion Grits.. you get the picture.  Grits + Cheese + Other Stuff = A Tasty Meal.  (Duh.)

I feel like posting grits makes me a little more southern.  I want to make some more classic southern dishes here on the blog.  Any ideas for me?  Should I tackle fried chicken?  Maybe a Paula Deen recipe?  My arteries are clogging just thinking about it..

Enjoy your Labor Day, everyone!  (And make this if you forgot to plan for a Tuesday meal.)

Quick Corn and Goat Cheese Grits with Bacon

(makes one serving)

1 serving quick grits (I used 3 tbs dry grits and one cup water, follow your package directions.)

2 slices bacon

1 oz goat cheese

1/4 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen

salt and pepper to taste

Cook your grits in water according to package directions.  While the grits are cooking, fry bacon until crisp.  Drain and crumble.  When grits are thickened to your liking, stir in goat cheese and corn kernels (cook a bit longer if your kernels are frozen).  Season with salt and pepper and top with crumbled bacon.