Best 11 Shrimp And Grits Louisiana Style Recipes

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In the heart of Louisiana, where the bayous and the Mississippi River meet, there's a dish that embodies the vibrant spirit of the region: shrimp and grits. This classic Southern dish is a testament to the state's rich culinary heritage, a harmonious blend of fresh seafood, creamy grits, and a savory sauce that dances on the palate. Whether you're a local or a visitor, embarking on a culinary adventure through Louisiana, this dish is a must-try, promising an unforgettable taste experience that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SHRIMP AND GRITS WITH LOUISIANA BBQ SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 26

2 1/2 cups cream
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
2 to 3 tablespoons hot sauce
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 1/2 cups grits, such as Logan Turnpike stone-ground grits
1/4 cup onion powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 stick butter
8 ounces butter
1 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons smoked paprika
1 tablespoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed chipotle pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 clove garlic, crushed
1/2 stick butter
1 cup freshly cut corn kernels
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary needles, finely chopped
1 tablespoon sugar, plus more if needed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
20 large (size 16-20) shrimp, peeled and deveined with tail on
4 slices lemon, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the grits: Combine 4 cups water, the cream, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce and salt, and bring to a boil. In a medium bowl combine the grits, onion powder, garlic powder and pepper. Add the dry ingredients to the boiling liquid, whisking vigorously. Lower the heat to a simmer and cook for 45 minutes. Whisk regularly, every 3 to 5 minutes, so the grits do not stick and burn.
  • Remove from the heat and add the butter, whisking until it's completely incorporated into the grits.
  • For the BBQ sauce: Combine the oil and butter and melt over medium heat. Add the paprika, rosemary, oregano, salt, black pepper and chipotle, and bring to simmer for 15 minutes. Add the garlic and simmer 5 minutes, not letting the garlic brown. Remove from the heat and add the lemon juice. Strain and discard the solids (they will burn if you cook the shrimp with them).
  • For the corn: Melt the butter in a medium saute pan and add the corn. Add the sugar and some salt and pepper and cook until the corn is bright yellow and just cooked through.
  • Pour the BBQ sauce in a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan and add the shrimp. Cook, stirring regularly until firm to the touch, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Divide the grits among four serving bowls and add 5 shrimp per bowl. Drizzle some BBQ sauce over the grits and sprinkle some corn on top. Garnish each bowl with a slice of lemon and then serve.

GARLIC SHRIMP AND GRITS



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Makes 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
⅓ pound tasso, cut into ½-inch cubes
⅓ cup chopped red bell pepper
⅓ cup chopped green onion
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound peeled and deveined large fresh shrimp (tails left on)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth, room temperature
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
White Cheddar Corn Grits (recipe follows)
Garnish: ground black pepper, chopped red bell pepper, chopped fresh parsley
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup stone-ground yellow corn grits
1½ cups shredded extra-sharp white Cheddar cheese
¼ cup mascarpone cheese*
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • In a 12-inch enamel-coated cast-iron skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add tasso; cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer tasso to a medium bowl, reserving drippings in skillet.
  • Add bell pepper, onion, and garlic to skillet; cook, stirring constantly, until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer vegetables to bowl with tasso.
  • Add shrimp to skillet; cook until pink and firm, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer shrimp to bowl with tasso mixture.
  • Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to skillet, and let melt. Whisk in flour; cook for 1 minute, whisking constantly. Whisk in broth, Worcestershire, lemon juice, and cayenne; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium; simmer until thickened, 2 to 4 minutes.
  • Return tasso mixture to skillet; stir until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve immediately with White Cheddar Corn Grits. Garnish with black pepper, bell pepper, and parsley, if desired.
  • In a medium saucepan, bring broth, butter, and salt to a boil over medium-high heat. Gradually whisk in grits; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook, whisking occasionally, until grits are thickened, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat; gradually whisk in Cheddar, mascarpone, and cream. Serve immediately. (Whisk in an additional 2 to 4 tablespoons warm cream if grits become too thick.)

SHRIMP AND GRITS LOUISIANA STYLE



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Probably the best shrimp and grits recipe I have made! Easy and low ingredient count!

Provided by Amber Taylor Futch

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Grits

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup water
1 pinch salt
6 tablespoons grits
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup diced tasso ham
2 tablespoons diced onion
2 tablespoons diced green bell pepper
20 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
¼ cup white wine
1 cup heavy whipping cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped green onion, green parts only

Steps:

  • Bring water and 1 pinch of salt to a boil in a saucepan and slowly mix in the grits, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and simmer grits until tender and smooth, about 20 minutes; stir often. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir tasso ham until crisp. Stir in onion and green bell pepper and cook until onion is translucent, about 4 minutes. Lightly stir the shrimp with the vegetables and olive oil just until pink, 30 to 45 seconds; remove shrimp from pan and set aside.
  • Pour white wine into the skillet and stir, dissolving any browned bits of food in the bottom of the skillet; slowly add the cream, reduce heat to low, and simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
  • Divide the grits onto 2 serving plates and line the edge of each plate with 10 shrimp. Pour cream sauce over grits and sprinkle each serving with chopped green onion tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 677.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 271.9 mg, Fat 60.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 20.6 g, SaturatedFat 30.1 g, Sodium 751.2 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

SHRIMP AND GRITS



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Bobby Flay takes Southern-style Shrimp and Grits to the next level by adding sharp cheddar, bacon and lime juice in this easy recipe from Food Network.

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups water
Salt and pepper
1 cup stone-ground grits
3 tablespoons butter
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
6 slices bacon, chopped
4 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 cup thinly sliced scallions
1 large clove garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil. Add salt and pepper. Add grits and cook until water is absorbed, about 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter and cheese.
  • Rinse shrimp and pat dry. Fry the bacon in a large skillet until browned; drain well. In grease, add shrimp. Cook until shrimp turn pink. Add lemon juice, chopped bacon, parsley, scallions and garlic. Saute for 3 minutes.
  • Spoon grits into a serving bowl. Add shrimp mixture and mix well. Serve immediately.

SHRIMP AND GRITS LOUISIANA STYLE



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Probably the best shrimp and grits recipe I have made! Easy and low ingredient count!

Provided by Amber Taylor Futch

Categories     Grits

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup water
1 pinch salt
6 tablespoons grits
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup diced tasso ham
2 tablespoons diced onion
2 tablespoons diced green bell pepper
20 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
¼ cup white wine
1 cup heavy whipping cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped green onion, green parts only

Steps:

  • Bring water and 1 pinch of salt to a boil in a saucepan and slowly mix in the grits, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and simmer grits until tender and smooth, about 20 minutes; stir often. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir tasso ham until crisp. Stir in onion and green bell pepper and cook until onion is translucent, about 4 minutes. Lightly stir the shrimp with the vegetables and olive oil just until pink, 30 to 45 seconds; remove shrimp from pan and set aside.
  • Pour white wine into the skillet and stir, dissolving any browned bits of food in the bottom of the skillet; slowly add the cream, reduce heat to low, and simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
  • Divide the grits onto 2 serving plates and line the edge of each plate with 10 shrimp. Pour cream sauce over grits and sprinkle each serving with chopped green onion tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 677.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 271.9 mg, Fat 60.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 20.6 g, SaturatedFat 30.1 g, Sodium 751.2 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

OLD CHARLESTON STYLE SHRIMP AND GRITS



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Great recipe for shrimp and grits.

Provided by berskine

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Grits

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 cups water
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup coarsely ground grits
2 cups half-and-half
2 pounds uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
salt to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 lemon, juiced
1 pound andouille sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
5 slices bacon
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
1 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Bring water and 2 teaspoons salt to a boil in a heavy saucepan over medium-high heat. Whisk grits into the boiling water, and then whisk in half-and-half. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until grits are thickened and tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Sprinkle shrimp with salt and cayenne pepper to taste. Add lemon juice, toss to combine, and set aside to marinate.
  • Place sausage slices in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove sausage from the skillet.
  • Add bacon to the same skillet and increase heat to medium-high. Cook until evenly browned, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer bacon to paper towels to drain, then chop or crumble when cool enough to handle. Leave bacon drippings in the skillet.
  • Add bell peppers, onion, and garlic to the bacon drippings; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 8 minutes.
  • Stir cooked sausage and marinated shrimp into the skillet with the cooked vegetables. Turn off the heat and set aside.
  • Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour, stirring to create a smooth roux. Turn heat to low and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture is golden brown in color, 8 to 10 minutes. Watch carefully, mixture burns easily.
  • Pour the roux over the sausage, shrimp, and vegetables. Place the skillet over medium heat, add chicken broth, bacon, and Worcestershire sauce, and stir to combine. Cook until sauce thickens up and shrimp turn opaque and bright pink, about 8 minutes.
  • Just before serving, mix sharp Cheddar cheese into grits until melted and grits are creamy and light yellow. Serve shrimp mixture over cheese grits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 617.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 269.8 mg, Fat 43.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 38.6 g, SaturatedFat 19.5 g, Sodium 1634.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

SOUTHERN SHRIMP AND GRITS



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A southern specialty, sometimes called breakfast shrimp, this dish tastes great for brunch or dinner, and anytime company's coming. It's down-home comfort food at its finest. -Mandy Rivers, Lexington, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups 2% milk
1/3 cup butter, cubed
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup uncooked old-fashioned grits
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
SHRIMP:
8 thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Cajun or blackened seasoning
4 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the broth, milk, butter, salt and pepper to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat. Cover and cook for 12-14 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Stir in cheese until melted. Set aside and keep warm., In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 4 teaspoons drippings. Saute the shrimp, garlic and seasoning in drippings until shrimp turn pink. Serve with grits and sprinkle with onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 674 calories, Fat 42g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 241mg cholesterol, Sodium 1845mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 41g protein.

SHRIMP 'N' GRITS



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Provided by Jamie Deen

Categories     Sauce     Shrimp     Simmer     Boil

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 20

Grits
3 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups old-fashioned grits
3 cups grated cheddar cheese (12 ounces)
Shrimp
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 medium green bell peppers, seeded and chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 cups heavy cream
Two 14 1/2-ounce cans diced tomatoes
2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Tabasco or other hot sauce to taste
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • To make the grits: Combine 4 cups of water, the milk, and salt in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring the mixture to a boil and slowly whisk in the grits. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover the saucepan and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes, or until thickened. Stir in the cheddar cheese. Cover and keep warm over a low heat.
  • To make the shrimp: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the flour and cook, stirring, until the mixture is dark and golden, about 5 minutes. Add the bell peppers, onions, jalapeños, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, and pepper. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Slowly whisk in the cream. Once the cream is fully incorporated, slowly whisk in the tomatoes and 2/3 cup of water. Stir in the shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are just opaque, about 5 minutes.
  • Season the shrimp with the remaining 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, and Tabasco. Serve the shrimp over the grits and garnish with the Parmesan cheese and parsley.

LOUISIANA GRILLED SHRIMP WITH GRITS CAKES



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Make and share this Louisiana Grilled Shrimp with Grits Cakes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Julesong

Categories     < 15 Mins

Yield 1 batch

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 poblano peppers
1 lb cheddar cheese, grated
6 cups cooked grits (according to package directions)
to taste flour
to taste egg wash
to taste fresh breadcrumb (for breading cakes)
2 red bell peppers, diced very finely
1 tablespoon peanut oil, plus oil for frying cakes
4 tablespoons Grand Marnier
2 cups Karo light corn syrup
2 -4 anchovy fillets (or to taste)
1 tablespoon capers
1/4 teaspoon harissa or 1/4 teaspoon Chinese red pepper sauce
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
1 large lemon, juiced
1 cup homemade mayonnaise (commercial can be substituted, but use reduced sugar type to avoid too much sweetness)
12 u- 12 shrimp (jumbo, the bigger the better)
3 tablespoons scallion tops, sliced

Steps:

  • For the Grit Cakes: Roast one poblano pepper over open flame on gas stove until completely charred, then cool and dice. Add pepper and cheese to grits.
  • Stir to incorporate and spread in pan approximately 2 to 3 inches thick.
  • Let sit and refrigerate until it is cold.
  • Remove from refrigerator and cut with biscuit cutter to create cakes.
  • Bread the cakes in flour, egg wash and bread crumbs.
  • Keep in refrigerator until you are ready to cook the dish.
  • For the Pepper Jelly: Saute diced red peppers and remaining 1 poblano in 1 tablespoon peanut oil for 1 minute. Deglaze with Grand Marnier and add Karo syrup.
  • Cook at moderate heat approximately 20 minutes, liquid should reduce by 2/3.
  • Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  • For the Rouille: Combine anchovies, capers, pepper sauce, garlic and lemon juice in a blender until smooth.
  • Fold in mayonnaise and refrigerate. For plating: Deep fry the cakes.
  • Place Pepper Jelly on the bottom of the plate. Grill shrimp only until firm and pink.
  • Do not overcook.
  • Briefly place fried cake on grill to score and flavor, being careful not to burn breading.
  • Place cake on Pepper Jelly and top with 2 shrimp per person.
  • Drizzle Rouille on top and sprinkle with scallions.
  • Options: Top the cake with a teaspoon of salmon caviar, which will add texture and richness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 7623.3, Fat 186.1, SaturatedFat 100.8, Cholesterol 486.9, Sodium 3928.8, Carbohydrate 1326, Fiber 33.1, Sugar 202.4, Protein 206.5

SHRIMP AND GRITS LOUISIANA STYLE



Shrimp and Grits Louisiana Style image

Probably the best shrimp and grits recipe I have made! Easy and low ingredient count!

Provided by Amber Taylor Futch

Categories     Grits

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup water
1 pinch salt
6 tablespoons grits
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup diced tasso ham
2 tablespoons diced onion
2 tablespoons diced green bell pepper
20 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
¼ cup white wine
1 cup heavy whipping cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped green onion, green parts only

Steps:

  • Bring water and 1 pinch of salt to a boil in a saucepan and slowly mix in the grits, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and simmer grits until tender and smooth, about 20 minutes; stir often. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir tasso ham until crisp. Stir in onion and green bell pepper and cook until onion is translucent, about 4 minutes. Lightly stir the shrimp with the vegetables and olive oil just until pink, 30 to 45 seconds; remove shrimp from pan and set aside.
  • Pour white wine into the skillet and stir, dissolving any browned bits of food in the bottom of the skillet; slowly add the cream, reduce heat to low, and simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
  • Divide the grits onto 2 serving plates and line the edge of each plate with 10 shrimp. Pour cream sauce over grits and sprinkle each serving with chopped green onion tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 677.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 271.9 mg, Fat 60.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 20.6 g, SaturatedFat 30.1 g, Sodium 751.2 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

SLOW-COOKED LOUISIANA SHRIMP AND GRITS



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Serve this delicious shrimp and grits recipe, from chef John Besh of August, with Mirliton Salad for a dinner that's guaranteed to please.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
30 jumbo shrimp, head on, preferably from Louisiana, peeled and deveined
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Prepared Creole seasoning, such as Zatarain's
6 tablespoons finely chopped andouille sausage
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced shallot
2 tablespoons finely chopped piquillo peppers
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
4 cups Basic Shrimp Stock
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 cups peeled, seeded, and chopped tomatoes
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
Grits
1/2 cup fresh chervil sprigs

Steps:

  • In a large high-sided skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season shrimp with salt and Creole spices. Add shrimp to skillet and cook until they just start to brown. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  • Add sausage, garlic, shallot, peppers, and thyme to skillet; cook until garlic and shallots are softened and fragrant. Add shrimp stock and bring just to a simmer. Stir in butter and continue to cook until reduced and thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Return reserved shrimp to skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until cooked through. Stir in lemon juice, tomatoes, and chives.
  • To serve, place a heaping 1/4 cup cooked grits into each of six shallow bowls. Divide shrimp evenly between bowls, standing up and tails facing towards the center of the bowl. Spoon sauce around grits and garnish with chervil; serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have andouille sausage, you can substitute another type of smoked sausage, such as kielbasa or chorizo.
  • Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to taste.
  • Serve shrimp and grits with your favorite toppings, such as hot sauce, green onions, or cheese.
  • For a creamier dish, use heavy cream instead of milk.
  • To make your shrimp and grits even more flavorful, try adding a cup of chopped okra or bell pepper.

Conclusion:

Shrimp and grits is a classic Southern dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. This Louisiana-style shrimp and grits recipe is full of flavor, thanks to the use of fresh shrimp, andouille sausage, and a creamy sauce. The dish is also relatively quick to make, so it's a great option for a weeknight meal. Whether you're a fan of shrimp and grits or you're just looking for a new Southern dish to try, this recipe is sure to please.

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