Jul 14 2026
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Parmesan & Garlic Bread Recipe

Inspired by McElroy's Harbor House
Time1h 15m
Serves4

Fried Grit Cake topped w / Sautéed Shrimp, Topped w / Pepper Gravy & Parmesan Cream Sauce (One Side)

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Ingredients

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Fried Grit Cakes

Sautéed Shrimp

Pepper Gravy

Parmesan Cream Sauce

Method

Fried Grit Cakes

  1. 1

    Cook the Grits

    In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add salt and slowly stir in the grits. Reduce heat and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.

  2. 2

    Add Cheese and Egg

    Once the grits are cooked, stir in the cheddar cheese until melted, and then mix in the egg until well combined.

  3. 3

    Set and Cut

    Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until set. Once set, cut the grits into squares.

  4. 4

    Fry the Grit Cakes

    In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Fry the grits squares until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

Sautéed Shrimp

  1. 5

    Sauté the Shrimp

    In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. 6

    Cook the Shrimp

    Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt, lemon juice, and black pepper. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.

Pepper Gravy

  1. 7

    Make the Roux

    In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes until light golden brown.

  2. 8

    Add Milk and Season

    Slowly whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until thickened. Season with black pepper and salt to taste, then set aside.

Parmesan Cream Sauce

  1. 9

    Combine Ingredients

    In a saucepan, combine heavy cream and minced garlic over medium heat. Bring to a simmer.

  2. 10

    Add Parmesan

    Once simmering, stir in grated parmesan until melted and creamy. Season with salt to taste and remove from heat.

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