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Cajun Shrimp & Grits Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Blackened Shrimp, Andouille Sausage, Cheddar Cheese, and BBQ Butter Sauce

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Ingredients

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Shrimp and Sausage

Grits

BBQ Butter Sauce

Method

Preparation of Grits

1

Cook the Grits

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

2

Add Cheese and Butter

Once the grits are cooked, stir in the butter and cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Set aside.

Cooking Shrimp and Sausage

3

Sauté the Andouille Sausage

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the sliced Andouille sausage. Cook for about 5 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.

4

Cook the Shrimp

In the same skillet, add the shrimp and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.

Making BBQ Butter Sauce

5

Prepare the Sauce

In a small saucepan, melt the stick of butter over low heat. Stir in the BBQ sauce and heat until warm.

Assembly

6

Combine and Serve

Spoon the creamy grits onto plates, top with the sautéed shrimp and Andouille sausage, and drizzle with the BBQ butter sauce. Enjoy!