Shrimp and Cheesy Grits

Name: Shrimp and Cheesy Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 cups chicken stock (or vegetable stock); 1.5 cups whole milk; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; 1/4 treaspoon black pepper; 3/4 cup stone-ground grits*; 2 cup cheddar cheese (shredded (one 8 ounce bar)); 4 tablespoons butter ((one half a stick)); 1 pound jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined, I used 16-20 count); 6 strips bacon (cut in 1/4 inch strips); 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning; 2 cloves garlic (sliced); 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; hot sauce (optional - to taste); 1 tablespoon Italian parsley (fine chop for garnish); 2 tablespoons scallions (thinly sliced on bias for garnish); 1/2 cup grape tomatoes (cut in half long way as garnish)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:25min

When you think of Southern Cuisine does Shrimp and Cheesy Grits come to mind? If it doesn't you need to try this easy to make authentic southern recipe. This Classic dish will soon become a family favorite!

Updated at: Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:07:33 GMT