Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Grits

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is lower in calories and nutritious; canned tuna is often more affordable.

cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and adds protein; milk is a budget-friendly alternative.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds flavor; processed cheese is often cheaper.

Cook grits in chicken broth and milk for 20-25 minutes, stirring to avoid lumps.

Dice bell peppers and onions for flavor.

Grate cheddar cheese and mix into cooked grits until melted.

In a skillet, cook thick cut bacon until crispy, leaving some grease in the pan.

Add diced bell peppers and onions to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes.

Add Andouille sausage to the skillet and heat through.

Add shrimp to the skillet, season with Cajun seasoning, and cook until shrimp are pink.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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