Traditional Southern Shrimp and Grits Recipe

🍤 Traditional Southern Shrimp and Grits Recipe 🌽

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Traditional Southern Shrimp and Grits recipe. Learn how to make this classic dish with step-by-step instructions. Perfect for family gatherings!

Traditional Southern Shrimp and Grits

You will need:

1 cup stone-ground grits
4 cups water
Salt and pepper
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
6 slices bacon, chopped
4 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 cup thinly sliced scallions
1 large clove garlic, minced

Instructions

Start by bringing the water to a boil. Add salt and pepper.
Gradually whisk in the grits. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook until the grits are thick, about 5 to 10 minutes.
Remove the grits from heat and stir in the cheese until melted. Set aside and keep warm.
In a large skillet, cook the bacon until browned and crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet, leaving the drippings in the pan.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the scallions and garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
Return the shrimp and bacon to the skillet. Add the lemon juice, parsley, and additional salt and pepper to taste.
Serve the shrimp mixture over the grits.

Notes

This dish is best served immediately while the grits are still warm and the shrimp is hot. Enjoy this comforting, traditional Southern dish with friends and family.

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