How to Make Shrimp and Grits | Southern Recipes | Allrecipes.com

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 3 cups of water and 2 teaspoons of salt to a boil in a heavy saucepan over medium high heat.

Whisk in 1 cup of coarsely ground grits and 2 cups of half and half into the boiling water.

Lower the heat to medium low and simmer until the grits are thickened and tender, stirring occasionally for 15 to 20 minutes.

Season 2 lbs of uncooked peeled and deveined shrimp with salt, cayenne pepper, and the juice of 1 lemon. Toss gently to coat.

Place 1 pound of smoked andouille sausage cut into coin slices into a large skillet over medium high heat. Cook until browned, about 5 to 8 minutes, then remove from skillet.

Add 5 slices of bacon to the skillet and cook until evenly browned, about 5 minutes on each side. Transfer to paper towels to drain and cool, then chop or crumble.

In the bacon drippings, add 1 chopped green bell pepper, 1 chopped red bell pepper, 1 chopped yellow bell pepper, 1 cup of chopped yellow onion, and 1 teaspoon of minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 8 minutes.

Add the cooked andouille sausage and marinated shrimp to the vegetables and stir to combine.

Melt 1/4 cup of butter in a small saucepan over medium heat and stir in 1/4 cup of flour to make a roux. Cook until golden brown, about 8 to 10 minutes.

Transfer the roux to the skillet with the vegetables, sausage, and shrimp. Turn the heat to medium.

Add 1 cup of chicken broth and 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, stirring to combine. Cook until the sauce thickens and the shrimp turn opaque and bright pink, about 8 minutes.

Stir in 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese into the grits until melted.

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