Crook'S Corner Shrimp And Grits Recipe

Name: Crook'S Corner Shrimp And Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup quick-cooking grits; 1 1/2 cups water; 1 cup cheddar cheese; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese; 4 tablespoons butter; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce; 6 slices bacon; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled, deveined and rinsed; 2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced; 1 cup scallion, minced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 4 teaspoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1 cup quick-cooking grits
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup cheddar cheese
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
6 slices bacon
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled, deveined and rinsed
2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 cup scallion, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
4 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh parsley

1
Cook grits according to package instructions. Turn off heat and add cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, butter, salt and peppers and tabasco sauce. Stir until mixed. Set aside, but keep warm.
2
Saute bacon in skillet, drain on paper towel, crumble and set aside.
3
Put olive oil in clean skillet. Pat shrimp dry. When oil is quite hot, place shrimp in an even layer in skillet, turning as they color. Add mushrooms and saute for about 4 minutes. Add scallions and garlic and saute for 1 minute more. Season with lemon juice and a dash more of tabasco sauce. Add parsley and salt and pepper to taste.
4
Divide grits over four plates. Spoon shrimp on top, sprinkle with bacon and serve immediately.

738

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Protein

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup quick-cooking grits, 1 1/2 cups water, 1 cup cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Crook'S Corner 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.

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Crook'S Corner Shrimp And Grits

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