GRITS WITH GOAT CHEESE AND CHIVES

1 quart chicken or vegetable stock
1 cup quick-cooking grits
1/4 cup sliced fresh chives or green onions
4 ounces soft goat cheese

Bring stock to boil in heavy medium saucepan.  Gradually stir in grits.  Reduce heat to low; cover and cook 4 minutes.   Uncover; simmer until thickened to consistency of thin mashed potatoes, stirring often, about 3 minutes.  Add chives and cheese.  stir until cheese melts.  Season to taste with salt and pepper.

(Adapted from www.epicurious.com)