Jul 14 2026
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Shrimp & Grits Recipe

Inspired by The Wine Kitchen
Time45m
Serves4

tasso ham, white corn grits, roasted pepper and spicy tomato sauce, scallions

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Ingredients

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Grits

Shrimp and Sauce

Method

Prepare the Grits

  1. 1

    Cook the Grits

    In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of white corn grits and 1 tsp of salt. Reduce heat to low and stir constantly until the mixture thickens, about 15-20 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Butter and Cheese

    Once the grits have thickened, remove from heat and stir in 2 tbs of butter and 1 cup of cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.

Prepare the Shrimp and Sauce

  1. 3

    Cook Tasso Ham

    In a large skillet, heat 2 tbs of olive oil over medium heat. Add 4 oz of diced tasso ham and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until it starts to brown.

  2. 4

    Add Vegetables and Garlic

    Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 cup of diced red bell pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

  3. 5

    Add Shrimp and Tomatoes

    Add 1 lb of peeled and deveined shrimp and 1 cup of canned diced tomatoes to the skillet. Season with 1 tsp of cayenne pepper and 1 tsp of black pepper. Cook until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 5-7 minutes.

Serve

  1. 6

    Plate the Dish

    Spoon the creamy grits onto a plate, then top with the shrimp and sauce mixture. Garnish with sliced scallions.

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