Shrimp and Grits

Serves: 2 Save

Ingredients (23)

  • 3/4 lb. large shrimp, peeled to the tail, de-veined
  • 1 Teaspoon paprika
  • 1 Teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 Teaspoon cayenne
  • Pinch of salt and pepper
  • Grits:
  • 1 Cup grits (I used real yellow corn grits. But you could use any really.)
  • 2 Cups water
  • 1 Cup heavy cream
  • 3 Tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 Cup grated cheddar cheese
  • Pinch of salt and pepper
  • Sauce:
  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • 3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tablespoon garlic
  • 1 scallion, minced (divide the green and white part)
  • 1/2 Cup clam juice (or you could use any stock or just water)
  • 1/2 Cup water (or you can do a full cup of stock if you aren't using clam juice)
  • 1/2 Cup heavy cream
  • 1 Teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 Teaspoon hot sauce
  • 1 slice country ham (optional)

Directions

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