Shrimp And Cheese Grits Recipe

Name: Shrimp And Cheese Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For Shrimp; 2 slices bacon; 1 lb unpeeled medium raw shrimp; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms; 2 teaspoons canola oil; 1/2 cup chopped green onion; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup fat-free low-sodium chicken broth; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce; For Cheese Grits; 1 (14 ounce) can fat-free low-sodium chicken broth; 1 cup nonfat milk; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits; 3/4 cup shredded 2% reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese; 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese; 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Servings: persons

For Shrimp
2 slices bacon
1 lb unpeeled medium raw shrimp
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/2 cup chopped green onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup fat-free low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
For Cheese Grits
1 (14 ounce) can fat-free low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup nonfat milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits
3/4 cup shredded 2% reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
1/4 teaspoon white pepper

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For Shrimp:
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Over medium heat cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet for 10 minutes or until crisp; remove bacon, crumble, and drain on paper towels, reserving 1 tsp drippings in skillet.
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Peel shrimp and devein, if desired.
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Sprinkle shrimp with salt and pepper; then dredge in flour.
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Saute mushrooms in hot bacon drippings with oil in skillet 5 minutes or until tender.
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Add green onions, and saute 2 minutes.
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Add shrimp and garlic, and saute 2 minutes or until shrimp are lightly browned.
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Stir in chicken broth, lemon juice, and hot sauce, and cook 2 more minutes, stirring to loosen particles from bottom of skillet.
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Spoon shrimp mixture over hot Cheese Grits; sprinkle with crumbled bacon.
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For Cheese Grits:
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Bring first 3 ingredients and 1 1/3 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat; gradually whisk in grits. Reduce heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes or until thickened. Stir in Cheddar cheese and next 3 ingredients.

635

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For Shrimp, 2 slices bacon, 1 lb unpeeled medium raw shrimp, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Shrimp And Cheese 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.

Shrimp And Cheese Grits

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