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Creamy Southern Shrimp and Grits

A classic Southern comfort dish featuring tender shrimp in a savory cream sauce served over rich, buttery grits.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Brunch, Dinner
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Creamy Grits
  • 1 cup stone-ground grits
  • 4 cups water or chicken broth
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
Shrimp and Sauce
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 slices bacon chopped
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Simmer grits in water or broth until tender, stirring often.
  2. Stir in milk, butter, cheese, salt, and pepper. Keep warm.
  3. Cook bacon until crispy; remove and reserve.
  4. Season shrimp and cook briefly in bacon drippings; remove.
  5. Sauté garlic in butter, add broth and cream, simmer.
  6. Return shrimp and bacon to sauce and heat through.
  7. Serve shrimp and sauce over creamy grits.

Notes

Serve immediately for best texture.