Creamy Shrimp and Grits Recipe | How to cook them with a Crab Gravy

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based protein option, while canned tuna is often less expensive.

grits

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: polenta

Quinoa is a nutritious grain alternative, while polenta is typically more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat choice, while margarine can be a budget-friendly substitute.

Bring 1.5 cups chicken stock and 1.5 cups milk to a boil in a pot over medium-high heat.

Slowly add 3/4 cup of grits while stirring to avoid lumps.

Cook grits for about 7 minutes until thickened, then add 1 tablespoon of non-salted butter and some parsley for color.

Stir in 1/2 cup of sharp cheddar cheese and cover, cooking on low for 5-10 minutes.

In a skillet, brown 4 slices of mesquite smoked bacon and reserve 3-4 tablespoons of the grease.

Add 1/2 medium yellow onion and 1 small sweet red pepper to the bacon grease and sauté for a few minutes.

Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Season 1 pound of shrimp with blackened seasoning and add to the skillet, cooking for about 2 minutes.

Remove the shrimp and add 1 tablespoon of cornstarch to the skillet, cooking for a few minutes.

Stir in 1 cup of homemade shrimp stock and bring to a boil, adding more liquid if it thickens too much.

Add green onions, parsley, and a dash of Tabasco for flavor.

Gently fold in 8 ounces of lump crab meat and warm through before serving.

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