Shrimp and Grits

Shrimp and Grits

American · 40 min · Shrimp · pescatarian, gluten-free, high-protein

460 cal 38g protein 32g carbs 20g fat per serving · estimated

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup stone-ground grits
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 slices bacon
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp salt

Method

  1. Bring broth to a boil, whisk in grits, and simmer covered 20 minutes, stirring often.
  2. Stir cheddar into the grits until smooth and season with salt.
  3. Meanwhile cook bacon until crisp; crumble and reserve the drippings.
  4. Saute garlic in the drippings 30 seconds, then add shrimp and cook 3 minutes until pink.
  5. Squeeze in lemon juice and toss with bacon.
  6. Spoon shrimp over the cheesy grits and top with green onions.

Auto-generated recipe; nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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