Ingredient

White Hominy Corn Grits

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Grits are primarily used as a breakfast cereal, often cooked with water or milk …

What it is

White hominy corn grits are made from dried corn kernels that have been treated with an alkali process called "nixtamalization." This process softens the corn, loosens the hull, and makes it easier to grind into grits. The resulting product is a coarse cornmeal.

Why it's used

Grits are primarily used as a breakfast cereal, often cooked with water or milk and served with butter, cheese, or other savory toppings. They can also be used as a base for other dishes or as a thickener in recipes.

Health notes

White hominy corn grits are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. They are a source of carbohydrates and can be fortified with vitamins and minerals. The WHO/IARC has not classified corn or corn products as carcinogenic. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming grits in typical amounts.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Corn is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Grits are gluten-free.

Products containing White Hominy Corn Grits

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Bay Valley Foods, LLC Ralston Foods, Quick Grits, Enriched White Hominy Cereal 350kcal 7.5Protein 1.2Fat 80Carbs Shoprite, Grits Enriched White Homany Wakefern Food Corporation Shoprite, Grits Enriched White Homany Cereal 350kcal 7.5Protein 1.2Fat 80Carbs Nash Finch Company Smooth & Creamy Enriched White Hominy Quick Grits Cereal 325kcal 7.5Protein 0Fat 80Carbs Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. Quick Grits Cereal 350kcal 7.5Protein 0Fat 80Carbs Enriched White Hominy Quick Grits Food Town Stores Inc. Enriched White Hominy Quick Grits Cereal 325kcal 7.5Protein 0Fat 80Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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