Jul 13 2026
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Not Your Ordinary Shrimp & Grits Recipe

Inspired by Mason's Grill
Time45m
Serves4

Our Homemade Spicy Cream Sauce with Smoked Pork Sausage, Roasted Red Peppers, and Onions, topped with Sautéed Jumbo Shrimp served over Grits

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Ingredients

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For the Shrimp

For the Spicy Cream Sauce

For the Grits

Method

For the Shrimp

  1. 1

    Prepare the Shrimp

    In a medium bowl, toss the jumbo shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Set aside to marinate for about 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Cook the Shrimp

    In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the marinated shrimp. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are pink and opaque. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

For the Spicy Cream Sauce

  1. 3

    Cook the Sausage and Vegetables

    In the same skillet used for the shrimp, add the smoked pork sausage (sliced) and onion (chopped). Cook over medium heat until the onion is translucent and the sausage is browned, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 4

    Add Cream and Peppers

    Stir in the roasted red peppers, heavy cream, chicken broth, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens slightly.

For the Grits

  1. 5

    Cook the Grits

    In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Stir in the grits and salt. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.

  2. 6

    Finish the Grits

    Once the grits are cooked, stir in the butter and cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt if needed.

Assembly

  1. 7

    Serve the Dish

    In a serving bowl, spoon a generous portion of the creamy grits. Top with the spicy cream sauce and sautéed shrimp. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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