Shrimp & Cheese Grits Recipe

Name: Shrimp & Cheese Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups water; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 cups quick-cooking grits; 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese; 1 pinch ground nutmeg; Tabasco sauce, to taste; 12 bacon, slices coarsely chopped; 2 lbs large raw shrimp, peeled, deveined; 1/2 lb mushroom, sliced; 2 cups sliced green onions; 2 large garlic cloves, minced; 2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

6 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups quick-cooking grits
1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 pinch ground nutmeg
Tabasco sauce, to taste
12 bacon, slices coarsely chopped
2 lbs large raw shrimp, peeled, deveined
1/2 lb mushroom, sliced
2 cups sliced green onions
2 large garlic cloves, minced
2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

1
Bring 6 cups water and salt to boil in a heavy large saucepan.
2
Whisk in grits. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until mixture is thick and grits are tender, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
3
Whisk in 1 cup of cheese and nutmeg. Season to taste with hot pepper sauce. Cover and set aside.
4
Cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat until brown but not crisp. Transfer bacon to small bowl, using slotted spoon. Pour off half of drippings from skillet.
5
Add shrimp to same skillet and cook until just pink, about 2 minutes per side.
6
Transfer shrimp to plate, using slotted spoon.
7
Add mushrooms to same skillet and saute until tender, about 4 minutes.
8
Add green onions and garlic and saute 3 minutes.
9
Return shrimp and bacon to skillet. Mix in lemon juice. Season with salt, pepper and hot pepper sauce.
10
Bring grits to a simmer. Add water by tablespoons if grits are too thick.
11
Spoon grits onto plates. Spoon shrimp mixture over. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

2104

kcal

Calories

135

Fat

Carbs

179

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 6 cups water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 2 cups quick-cooking grits, 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese, and more.

Yes, Shrimp & 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 & Cheese Grits

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