Shrimp and Grits

Step 1

Bring the water and salt to a boil in a saucepan, whisk in the grits, then reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring often, for 20-25 minutes until thick and creamy.

Step 2

Stir the cheddar cheese and 1 tablespoon of the butter into the cooked grits and keep warm.

Step 3

Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp; remove with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the fat in the skillet.

Step 4

Add the remaining butter and garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque throughout.

Step 6

Stir the bacon back into the skillet with the shrimp.

Step 7

Spoon the shrimp and bacon over the cheddar grits to serve.