For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg to the grits. Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your preference for spice. If you don't have smoked Gouda, sharp cheddar or Gruyere can be substituted. Ensure your shrimp are patted dry before cooking to achieve a better sear. Garnish with extra green onions or a sprinkle of paprika for visual appeal.
Grits a Ya Ya
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME50 mins
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SERVING6 People
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Indulge in a Southern-inspired delight with creamy, cheese-infused grits topped with a luscious shrimp sauce. This dish combines the comforting texture of grits with the savory flavors of bacon, shrimp, and a medley of vegetables, all simmered in a rich, creamy sauce.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate22 g
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Cholesterol322 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein30 g
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Saturated Fat39 g
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Sodium1109 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat71 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
0 mins
Prepare the grits: Bring chicken stock to a boil in a saucepan over high heat.
02
Step
18 mins
Slowly pour grits into stock while stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low; simmer until grits are tender and thick, stirring occasionally.
03
Step
0 mins
Stir in heavy cream to thin out the grits. Stir in Gouda cheese and butter until melted and smooth.
04
Step
3 mins
While grits are cooking, make the shrimp sauce: Place bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium heat; cook until bacon fat is rendered.
05
Step
5 mins
Stir in shallot and garlic; cooking and stirring until shallots are tender.
06
Step
0 mins
Pour in white wine and stir in butter, cooking and stirring until butter has melted.
07
Step
3 mins
Drop shrimp in the skillet; cook and stir until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center.
08
Step
2 mins
Stir in spinach, mushrooms, and green onions; cook and stir until the spinach wilts.
09
Step
0 mins
Remove shrimp with a slotted spoon.
10
Step
10 mins
Stir in heavy cream to the sauce. Simmer until the cream is reduced by about a third. Season with hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Return shrimp to the skillet to heat through.
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0 mins
Serve shrimp with sauce over the prepared grits.
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Ena Turcotte
May 1, 2025This recipe is restaurant-quality!
Amie Kulas
Mar 27, 2025This is now my go-to recipe for grits. It's so easy to make and tastes incredible.
Leon Swaniawski
Mar 17, 2025I made this for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. It's definitely a crowd-pleaser.
Kayley Cormier
Jul 20, 2024The directions were clear and easy to follow, even for a beginner cook like me.
Sydni Mosciski
Nov 24, 2023The smoked Gouda adds such a unique and delicious flavor to the grits.
Josephine Beattyschamberger
Nov 22, 2023This recipe is amazing! The grits are so creamy and the shrimp sauce is bursting with flavor.
Ellsworth Mclaughlin
Nov 11, 2023I added a little bit of cayenne pepper to the shrimp sauce for an extra kick.