Shrimp and Grits

Source: Food Network

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Servings: 4

Total time: 45 minutes

INGREDIENTS

• 4 cups water
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup stone-ground grits
• 3 Tbs butter
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup smoked gouda, shredded
• 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 6 slices bacon, uncooked, chopped
• 1 cup scallions, thinly sliced
• 2 Tbs parsley, chopped
• 4 tsp lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced

DIRECTIONS

• In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil. 
• Add the grits, salt, and pepper, reduce heat, and cook for about 15 to 20 minutes, until the water is absorbed.
• Remove from heat and stir in the butter and cheese until melted and incorporated.
• Rinse the shrimp and pat it dry. 
• In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until browned. 
• Remove the bacon and add in the shrimp, cooking it in the bacon grease until it turns pink.
• Add the lemon juice, bacon, parsley, scallions, and garlic, and saute for 3 minutes.
• Spoon the grits into serving bowls and top with shrimp.
• Serve warm.