Cheesy
Cajun Shrimp Grits Recipe
Ingredients
:
8
cups water
3/4
teaspoon salt
2
cups quick-cooking grits
2
cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2
cup butter, cubed
8
bacon strips, chopped
2
pounds uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined
4
garlic cloves, minced
1
tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1
tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
How
To Make Cheesy Cajun Shrimp Grits :
In
a large saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce
heat to medium-low; cook, covered, until thickened, about 5 minutes, stirring
occasionally. Remove from heat. Stir in cheese and butter until melted; keep
warm.
Meanwhile,
in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring
occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Cook and stir
shrimp in bacon drippings until shrimp turn pink, 3-4 minutes. Add garlic; cook
1 minute longer. Stir in Cajun seasoning and parsley.
Divide
grits among 8 serving bowls; top with shrimp mixture and the bacon.
Nutrition
Facts :
1
serving: 560 calories, 34g fat (17g saturated fat), 215mg cholesterol, 968mg
sodium, 32g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein.
