Shrimp and Grits

Cuisine

American

Meal Type

Main Course

Servings

Cost

$$$

Time

40 Min

Ingredients

1 cup stone-ground grits
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup shredded cheddar
2 tbsp butter
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 slices bacon, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Cajun seasoning
2 tbsp sliced green onions

Instructions

Bring broth to a boil and whisk in grits.
Reduce heat and cook until creamy, stirring often, about 20 minutes.
Stir in cheddar and butter.
Cook bacon in a skillet until crisp; remove with a slotted spoon.
Cook shrimp and garlic in the bacon drippings with Cajun seasoning for 3 to 4 minutes.
Stir in lemon juice and bacon.
Spoon shrimp over grits and garnish with green onions.

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Total Calories

2440

Serving Calories

610

Nutrition Information

Approx. per serving: 610 calories; 35g protein; 43g carbohydrates; 33g fat; 3g fiber; 1g sugar; 1180mg sodium. Notable sources may include niacin, vitamin B6, selenium, vitamin B12.