Cheesy Bacon Grits and Skillet Pork Chops

Cook bacon in a cast iron skillet or pan. Remove from pan and place on paper towels to drain and cool. Chop into pieces. Drain majority of the fat from skillet, but leave some drippings to cook the pork in. Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper and place two at a time in the skillet on medium high heat. Cook on both sides, until cooked through.

Meanwhile, pour milk into a sauce pot over medium high heat and bring to a boil. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and grits and whisk frequently. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the grits are soft. Take grits off the heat and stir in the cheese until melted. Stir in the bacon.

Serve grits hot, alone or with pork chops on top.