Cheesy Shrimp and Grits

This easy recipe for cheesy grits and shrimp with bacon puts a creamy, flavorful spin on the classic dish that the whole family will love.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 40 mins
• Total Time: 55 mins
• Calories: 449 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels.

Step 2

Bring water to a boil in a pot over high heat. Add salt and pepper. Stir in grits; reduce heat and let simmer until water is absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in Cheddar cheese and butter. Cover and set aside.

Step 3

Rinse shrimp and pat dry.

Step 4

Heat remaining bacon grease in the skillet over medium heat. Cook shrimp until bright pink on the outside and opaque, 3 to 4 minutes. Add bacon, scallions, parsley, garlic, and lemon juice; cook for 3 minutes.

Step 5

Spoon grits into a serving bowl. Add shrimp mixture and mix well. Serve immediately.