Old Charleston-Style Shrimp and Grits

Name: Old Charleston-Style Shrimp and Grits
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 cups water; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 cup coarsely ground grits; 2 cups half-and-half; 2 pounds uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined; salt to taste; 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste; 1 medium lemon, juiced; 1 pound andouille sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices; 5 slices bacon; 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped; 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped; 1 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped; 1 cup chopped onion; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; ¼ cup butter; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese