Saturday, December 30, 2017

Jake's Shrimp and Grits

1 lb. shrimp peeled and deveined
1 c. stone ground grits (not instant)
3 T. butter
2 c. sharp Cheddar cheese
6 slices of bacon, chopped
4 t. lemon juice
2 T chopped Italian parsley
1 c. thinly sliced scallions
1 large clove garlic, minced
Salt and Pepper (to taste)

Cajun Seasoning

2 t. salt
2 t. garlic powder
2 1/2 t. paprika
1 t. fresh ground black pepper
1 t. onion powder
1 t. cayenne pepper
1 1/4  t. dried oregano
1 1/4 t. dried thyme
1/4 t. red pepper flakes
1 T. lemon juice

Marinate 1 lb. peeled and deveined shrimp in Cajun seasoning.

Cook the bacon crispy and remove from pan. Save 2 T. of bacon grease in the pan.

Cook grits per package instructions.  When done, stir in cheese, butter, salt, and pepper until the cheese and butter have melted and are well mixed.

Cook shrimp in pan with the bacon grease until pink.  Add cooked and sliced bacon, parsley, scallions and garlic. Saute for 3 minutes.
YUM! Enjoy . . .