CREAMY SHRIMP AND BACON GRITS

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Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

Grits:
2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 cups milk
3 cups instant grits
2 cups of a three-cheese blend (Asiago, Parmesan, Romano)
1/2 stick of butter
1 Tbs. minced garlic (fresh from jar)
salt to taste
Shrimp:
1/2 pound of thick pepper bacon, chopped
1pound large shrimp, peeled, deveined
1/2 red onion, jullian sliced
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 Tbs. butter
fresh parsley

Steps:

  • For Grits: In a saucepan, pour in heavy cream, milk and butter and bring to slight boil, then reduce and simmer. Add the grits and stir for 5 minutes. Add in minced garlic and cheeses. Lightly season with salt. For Shrimp: In a large skillet over medium heat, add bacon and onions. Cook until brown and lightly crisp. Add butter, chicken stock and shrimp and simmer for 2-3 minutes until shrimp is cooked and remove from stove. Scoop grits into bowls and spoon shrimp mixture onto the center and garnish with parsley.

Percy Sphesihle
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This recipe is a winner! The grits were creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp and bacon were cooked perfectly. I loved the addition of bell peppers and onions, which added a nice pop of color and flavor to the dish. Overall, this was a quick and easy


danyal rajput
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These grits were absolutely delicious! I loved the combination of shrimp, bacon, and bell peppers. The grits were creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp and bacon were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Amonoo AKATA
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I'm not a huge fan of grits, but I tried this recipe anyway and was pleasantly surprised. The grits were creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp and bacon were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Gabriela Fuentes
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This recipe is a great starting point for creamy shrimp and bacon grits. I made a few changes to suit my own taste, such as adding more garlic and cayenne pepper. I also used smoked bacon instead of regular bacon. Overall, I was very happy with the r


Sara Namutebi
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my grits turned out too runny. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


alex imoh
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning or a splash of hot sauce. Otherwise, it was a good basic grits recipe.


Vijoo Joshi
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These grits were creamy and delicious, and the shrimp and bacon were cooked to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


NALA Arjun
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This was my first time making grits, and they came out perfectly! The recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. I loved the combination of shrimp, bacon, and bell peppers. I will definitely be making this again.


Aakash Baidhya
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I tried this recipe last night and it turned out great! The only change I made was to use chicken broth instead of water for the grits, which gave them a richer flavor. I also added a handful of chopped fresh parsley at the end for some extra color a


Brooke Robinson
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I've made this recipe a few times now, and it's always a hit with my family. The grits are creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp and bacon add a delicious savory touch. I like to add a bit of cayenne pepper to give it a little kick. Definitely a keepe


Fiber Home TV
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These creamy shrimp and bacon grits were an absolute delight! The combination of flavors was spot-on, with the creamy grits providing a rich and comforting base for the savory shrimp and bacon. I especially appreciated the addition of bell peppers an