Southern shrimp and grits

Southern Shrimp and Grits recipe

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southern shrimp and grits is a classic dish that embodies the rich flavors of the American South. This recipe combines succulent shrimp, cooked to perfection, with creamy and buttery grits, resulting in a comforting and satisfying meal. The shrimp are seasoned with a blend of spices, adding a hint of heat and depth of flavor. Topped with a savory gravy made from bacon drippings and served alongside a side of saut�ed vegetables, this dish is a true Southern delight.

Keywords: Southern, shrimp, grits, savory, comfort

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For the grits:

2 cups water

1/2 cup yellow grits

1/2 cup white grits

2 cups whipping cream

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 Tablespoons butter

pinch of white pepper

pinch of cayenne pepper

pinch of nutmeg

1 cup grated white cheddar cheese

1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

For the shrimp:

6 slices of bacon

1 large clove garlic

1 cup sliced scallions

2 cups sliced mushrooms

2 Tablespoons lemon juice

1 pound peeled shrimp

Tabasco sauce

salt

pepper

For the grits,bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Remove from heat and add 1/2 cup yellow grits and 1/2 cup white grits. Add 2 cups of whipping cream. Return to medium low heat and stir frequently for at least 1 hour. Add salt, butter, and a pinch each of white pepper, cayenne pepper, and nutmeg. Before serving add 1 cup grated white cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup shredded parmesan.

For the shrimp,fry bacon cut in small pieces. In the drippings over medium heat add, clove garlic, scallions, mushrooms, lemon juice, and shrimp. Add in Tabasco sauce, and a generous amount of salt and pepper to taste. Saute onions, mushrooms and garlic. When tender, add shrimp and seasonings and cook until shrimp are pink. Serve over grits.