Published: by Absolutely Recipes, in the Fish & Seafood recipes category.

Cajun Shrimp & Grits with Cheese.
Recipe.

Ingredients:

8 cups water
3/4 TSP 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 TBSP Cajun seasoning
1 TBSP minced fresh parsley or 1 TSP dried parsley flakes

Recipe Instructions:

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.

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