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Shrimp and Grits

Shrimp and Grits

Recipe by Grit & Soul · Save to D!NNER PLAN$
Use what's in your pantry
30 minBase: 4 servingsStovetopamerican

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4 people

Ingredients

  • shrimp
    Need: 1 lb
  • grits
    Need: 1 cup
  • cheddar
    Need: 1 cup
    Buy: 1 bag
  • milk
    Need: 2 cup
    Buy: 1 gallon
  • bacon
    Need: 6 count
  • butter
    Need: 2 tbsp
    Buy: 1 stick
  • garlic
    Need: 2 clove
    Buy: 1 head

Instructions

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Safe temp: Fish or seafood
145°F · Use a food thermometer
1. Step 1
Cook the bacon until crisp, then remove and crumble.
Seafood is done when it turns opaque and just cooked through. Pull it early so it stays tender.
2. Step 2
Prepare the grits with milk according to package directions.
3. Finish the base
Stir cheddar and butter into the hot grits until creamy.
4. Cook the seafood
Cook the shrimp with garlic in a little bacon fat until just done.
Fish or seafood: 145°F. Use a food thermometer and check the thickest part of the fillet or the center of the seafood cluster.
5. Finish and serve
Serve the shrimp over the grits and top with crumbled bacon.