Place all ingredients but the salt and pepper, and herbs in a slow cooker lined with a slow cooker liner on low heat for 6 hours. Before serving, season with salt and pepper. Serve with fresh herbs.

Add water to a medium pot and ... Stir in tomatoes. Simmer until flavors meld but still juicy, 5-6 minutes. Season with salt. Spoon grits into bowls and top with tomato stew and aromatic oil.