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Shrimp And Grits Recipe

Inspired by Bella's Cafe
Time45m
Serves4

Memorable dishes like the Italian Style French Toast or the Shrimp and Grits are examples of why people swarm to Bella's on Saturday and Sunday mornings.

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Ingredients

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For the Shrimp:

Method

Cooking Instructions:

1

Prepare the Grits

In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of grits and 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir well and reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

2

Add Milk and Cheese

Once the grits are thick and creamy, stir in 1 cup of milk, 2 tablespoons of butter, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined, then keep warm.

3

Cook the Shrimp

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the shrimp, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turns pink and opaque.

4

Finish the Dish

Stir in the chopped green onions and lemon juice to the shrimp. Cook for an additional minute, then remove from heat.

5

Serve

Spoon the cheesy grits onto plates and top with the shrimp mixture. Garnish with additional green onions if desired.