Grits with Ham, Cheddar & Hot Pickled Brussels Sprouts

Grits with Ham, Cheddar & Hot Pickled Brussels Sprouts

Who would have thought that the grits and Brussels sprouts I hated so much in my childhood would become my biggest cravings in “adulthood”? Grits and polenta are in vogue with my taste buds now, and wherever I see shrimp & grits, I have to eat some! So here is a riff off that Southern classic – creamy, buttery grits topped with melted cheddar cheese, honey baked ham bits braised with onions, and finished off with chopped pickled hot Brussels Sprouts that came from this here jar:

https://goo.gl/photos/WAmc5aiWdmMgN53w8 The sprouts are kind of crunchy, very spicy, and there is a hint of garlic in the pickle juice too, so they are an excellent topping for anyone who likes to spike their grits with hot sauce. No recipe is involved , just ingredient assembly.