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Savory Shrimp and Grits with Creamy Cheese
This comforting dish combines plump, juicy shrimp with rich, cheesy grits, creating a hearty and satisfying meal. Bacon drippings infuse the sautéed shrimp and savory sauce, making for a truly indulgent Southern favorite that comes together quickly.
55 min4 servingsside dish
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Calories419
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 19g24%
Saturated Fat 12g61%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 187mg62%
Sodium 857mg37%
Total Carbohydrate 41g15%
Dietary Fiber 1g2%
Total Sugars 29g
Protein 22g45%
Calcium 303mg23%
Iron 1mg6%
Potassium 358mg8%
Vitamin A 9.6mcg1%
Vitamin B6 0.03mg2%
Vitamin E 0.11mg1%
Vitamin K 0.54mcg
Magnesium 56mg13%
Zinc 2.8mg25%
Folate 11mcg3%
Approximate values — some ingredient data may be incomplete.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Ingredients
- 4 strips bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
- 0.25 cup water
- 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 dash worcestershire sauce
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup grits
- 0.5 cup cheddar cheese
- 1 pound shrimp
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon parsley
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