Apple-Cheddar Grits – Georgia Grows

Ingredients

• 4 cups water
• 1 cup stone-ground grits
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 large apple, peeled and grated
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)