Shrimp and Grits

Shrimp and Grits

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American · 40 min · Shellfish · gluten-free, high-protein

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

Ingredients

scaled from 4 servings
  • 3/4 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup stone-ground grits
  • 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 slices bacon
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lemon
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)

  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.

Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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