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Cheesy Shrimp and Grits

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This recipe for cheesy shrimp and grits is an easy, creamy, flavorful classic Southern dish loaded with gooey cheese, tender shrimp, and crispy bacon. It's sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

1 cup stone-ground grits
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
salt and ground black pepper to taste
6 strips bacon, chopped
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup thinly sliced scallions
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
4 teaspoons lemon juice
1 large clove garlic, minced

Description

Cook grits until tender according to package directions. Off heat, stir in Cheddar cheese and butter; season with salt and black pepper. Cover and set aside.
Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels, leaving drippings in the skillet.
Meanwhile, rinse shrimp; pat dry.
Cook shrimp in drippings in the same skillet over medium heat until begin to turn opaque, about 2 minutes. Add bacon, scallions, parsley, lemon juice, and garlic; continue cooking until shrimp are bright pink, about 3 minutes more.
Spoon grits into a serving bowl. Add shrimp mixture; mix well. Serve immediately.