Description
Indulge in creamy Cheesy Shrimp and Grits bursting with flavor! Perfect for any occasion—try it today for an unforgettable experience!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups low-fat milk
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal grits
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1½ pounds shrimp (peeled & deveined)
- 1½ cups chopped onion
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1½ cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Spices: cayenne pepper, black pepper, hot sauce
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the low-fat milk, water, and Kosher salt. Bring to a gentle boil. Gradually whisk in the yellow cornmeal grits to avoid clumping. Reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until creamy.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add shrimp to the skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook until they turn pink (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream; bring to a simmer. Add cornstarch mixed with water to thicken the sauce.
- Once the grits are ready, stir in cheese until melted. Serve grits topped with shrimp mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 225mg