In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add grits and whisk occasionally for 7 minutes. Turn heat to low and whisk in white Cheddar, cream and butter. Once all ingredients have combined ...

Season with salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and whisk in grits. Cook, stirring often, until grains soften and take on a porridge consistency, about 30 minutes. If too thick ...

Lower the heat, cover and cook five to six minutes or until grits thicken. Remove from heat and gradually stir in cheddar ...

Hoop cheese is cheddar's lesser-known cousin that many people don't know about. But you may want to familiarize yourself with this staple of the South.