GUMP'S SHRIMP & GRITS
As Forrest Gump would say, shrimp and grits go together like peas and carrots in this appetizer. You'll love the rich sauce, the hint of heat and the refreshing citrus flavor. -Gene Peters, Edwardsville, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 45m
Yield 16 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring water and 1/2 teaspoon Creole seasoning to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat. Cover and cook for 12-14 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Add cheese; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until melted. Set aside and keep warm., Place the butter, oil, garlic, oregano, 1/8 teaspoon cayenne and remaining Creole seasoning in a 13x9-in. baking dish. Squeeze juice from lemon into dish; add lemon quarters. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 4-6 minutes or until hot. Add shrimp; bake 10-12 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink, stirring once., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the mushrooms, bacon, shallot and remaining cayenne over medium heat until bacon is crisp. Add wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is evaporated. Reduce heat; stir in spinach and cream., Peel shrimp, leaving tails on. Spoon grits onto serving dishes; top each with sauce mixture and a shrimp.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 247mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.
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Isaiah And friends
[email protected]This was my first time making shrimp and grits and I was really happy with the results! The dish was delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
Joann Guinses
[email protected]Overall, I thought the shrimp and grits were good, but not great. I would probably make it again, but I would make some changes to the recipe.
Muhdfaisal Khan
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too spicy for me. I would recommend using less cayenne pepper next time.
ben chaoula mohamed abderazak
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I thought the grits were delicious. I would definitely make the grits again, but I would use a different protein, such as chicken or tofu.
Nate Simko
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too time-consuming for me. I would recommend using a pre-made sauce to save time.
Shakib Hosen
[email protected]I thought the shrimp and grits were a bit bland. I would add more spices and seasonings next time to give it more flavor.
Dexter Sandefur
[email protected]The shrimp and grits were good, but I found the sauce to be a little too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt in the sauce next time.
4086ammad Usman
[email protected]This was my first time making shrimp and grits and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Rabuni islam pakhi
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a winner. The shrimp and grits are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe!
Nyi phyo Khant
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family. The shrimp were cooked to perfection and the grits were creamy and flavorful. Even my picky eater loved it!
Tired of Racist
[email protected]This shrimp and grits recipe was absolutely delicious! The grits were creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this dish again.