Shrimp & Grits

Shrimp and Grits- a southern tradition.

This recipe contains shrimp, bacon, olive oil, shallots, fresh garlic, bell peppers (red), scallions, beef broth, heavy cream, cheese (pepper jack), hot sauce, grits

4 - 6 Servings

Prep time: 30 min

Cook time: 10 min

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 lb. fresh shrimp, peeled, de-veined
• 8 slice(s) slices thick bacon, chopped, cooked and drained
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 2 whole shallots, peeled and diced
• 1 tsp. minced garlic
• 1 whole red bell pepper, seeded and diced
• 1 whole bunch green onions
• 1/2 cup(s) beef broth
• 1/4 cup(s) heavy cream
• 4 oz. pepper jack cheese, shredded
• 1 pkg(s) hot sauce, to taste
• 1 pkg(s) grits

Instructions:

• 1. Cook grits according to directions and set aside keeping warm.
• 2. In a large non-stick sauté pan, bring olive oil to medium high heat.
• 3. Add cooked bacon, garlic, shallots, red pepper and shrimp. Sauté and toss frequently for 2 minutes.
• 4. Add beef broth and heavy cream and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
• 5. Add pepper jack cheese and hot sauce to taste until combined and cheese starts to melt.
• 6. Serve over the warm grits in a bowl.