Anniversary Shrimp And Grits Recipe

Name: Anniversary Shrimp And Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 1/2 cups chopped red bell pepper; 1 large white onion, finely chopped; 1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced; 6 ounces andouille sausage, sliced; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 2 1/4 cups less-sodium chicken broth; 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream; 2 bay leaves; 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons Creole seasoning (such as Tony Chachere's); 3 pounds unpeeled large raw shrimp,peeled and deveined; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 cups chopped red bell pepper
1 large white onion, finely chopped
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
6 ounces andouille sausage, sliced
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 1/4 cups less-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
2 bay leaves
1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons Creole seasoning (such as Tony Chachere's)
3 pounds unpeeled large raw shrimp,peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

1
Prepare
2
; set aside, and keep warm.
3
While grits are cooking, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add bell pepper, onion, and garlic, and saute 2 minutes to soften. Add sausage, and cook 6 to 7 minutes or until browned, stirring often. Add wine, and cook until almost all liquid has evaporated.
4
Sprinkle flour over mixture in skillet, and cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly. (Flour will start to brown.) Gradually whisk in chicken broth and cream; add bay leaves and Creole seasoning.
5
Bring mixture to a simmer, and cook, uncovered, 7 minutes or until thick, stirring often. (Mixture may be cooked to this point, and then covered and kept warm until serving time.)
6
Just before serving, add shrimp to sauce, and cook 3 to 4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, stirring often. Remove and discard bay leaves, and stir in parsley. Spoon shrimp and sauce over
7
, and serve immediately.

842

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

128

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 1/2 cups chopped red bell pepper, 1 large white onion, finely chopped, 1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Anniversary Shrimp And Grits falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Anniversary Shrimp And Grits

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Variations & substitutions

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