Shrimp and Grits

By á-114543

Ingredients

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• lb medium shrimp peeled and deveined
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1 1/2 c grits
• 1 lb tasso ham, fine dice
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 c green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 c scallions, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp all purpose flour
• 1 c chicken stock
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 c cheddar cheese, grated
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• tabasco

Details

Adapted from google.com

Preparation

Step 1

Marinate shrimp in lemon juice and Tabasco. Make the grits in saucepan, bringing 6c of water and salt to a boil. Whisk in grits ½ c at a time. After all the grits are in, reduce to a very low simmer and cook over low heat for 35-40 minutes stirring frequently. When the grits are thick and creamy stir in butter and cheese. Cover and keep warm.