Shrimp and bacon grits
When it comes to shrimp and cheesy bacon grits who doesn’t love that delicious combination. These are one of my all-time favorites.
Ingredients
- 2 Lb Jumbo shrimp deveined
- 6 Slices Thick bacon chopped
- 1 Cup Grits
- 2 Cups Water
- 1 Tbsp Butter
- 1 Tsp Salt to your liking
- 1 Tsp Black Pepper to your liking
- 1/2 Cup Gouda cheese grated
- 1/2 Cup Sharp cheese grated
- 1 Tbsp Minced garlic to your liking
- 1 Tbsp Onion chopped
- 1/2 Tbsp Creole seasoning to your liking
- 1 Tbsp Garlic Powder
- 1 Cup Heavy cream
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pan and set aside.6 Slices Thick bacon
- In the same pan, add seasoned shrimp and cook until done.2 Lb Jumbo shrimp, 1/2 Tbsp Creole seasoning, 1 Tbsp Garlic Powder
- Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- In a separate saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the grits and cook according to package instructions.2 Cups Water, 1 Cup Grits
- In the pan used to cook the bacon and shrimp, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, and sauté until fragrant.1 Tbsp Butter, 1 Tbsp Minced garlic, 1 Tbsp Onion
- Add the grated Gouda cheese, sharp cheese, and heavy cream to the pan. Stir until the cheeses are melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.1/2 Cup Gouda cheese, 1 Cup Heavy cream, 1/2 Cup Sharp cheese
- Season the cheese sauce with salt, pepper, and Creole seasoning to your liking.1 Tsp Salt, 1 Tsp Black Pepper, 1/2 Tbsp Creole seasoning
- Add the cooked shrimp, cheese sauce, and chopped bacon to the grits mixture. Stir until everything is evenly distributed.