Southern Shrimp and Grits |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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A southern specialty, sometimes called breakfast shrimp, this dish tastes great for brunch, dinner and when companyâs coming. Itâs down-home comfort food at its finest.Mandy Rivers, Lexington, South Carolina Ingredients:
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth |
2 cups 2% milk |
1/3 cup butter, cubed |
3/4 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon pepper |
3/4 cup uncooked old-fashioned grits |
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese |
shrimp: |
8 thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped |
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined |
3 garlic cloves, minced |
1 teaspoon cajun or blackened seasoning |
4 green onions, chopped |
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan, bring the broth, milk, butter, salt and pepper to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat. Cover and cook for 12-14 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Stir in cheese until melted. Set aside and keep warm.
2. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 4 teaspoons drippings. Saute the shrimp, garlic and seasoning in drippings until shrimp turn pink. Serve with grits and sprinkle with onions. Yield: 4 servings.
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