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
- 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)
- Bring broth to a boil, whisk in grits, and simmer covered 20 minutes, stirring often.
- Stir cheddar into the grits until smooth and season with salt.
- Meanwhile cook bacon until crisp; crumble and reserve the drippings.
- Saute garlic in the drippings 30 seconds, then add shrimp and cook 3 minutes until pink.
- Squeeze in lemon juice and toss with bacon.
- 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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