Easy Southern Shrimp and Grits Recipe

Shrimp & Gracious Grits

Gracious Grits

This is one of our family favorites, a true southern treat! The sweetness of the shrimp paired with the creaminess of Gracious Grits makes for a very tasty dish!

Easy Southern Shrimp and Grits Recipe

Gracious Grits
Servings

2-3

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

This is one of our family favorites, a true southern treat! The sweetness of the shrimp paired with the creaminess of Gracious Grits makes for a very tasty dish!

Ingredients

  • 1 package Original Creamy Gracious Grits
  • 1lb. large Shrimp, peeled & deveined tails on
  • 1 Tbsp butter
  • 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teas minced garlic
  • 1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 Tbsp water
  • 1 teas Old Bay seasoning
  • Juice of 1/2
  • wedges for serving
  • Salt & pepper

Directions

  1. Cook Gracious Grits according to the directions on the package.
  2. Season shrimp with Old Bay seasoning.
  3. Heat olive oil in a 10 inch skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute, do not burn.
  5. Add shrimp, cook for 2-3 minutes until pink.
  6. Stir and season with lemon juice, parsley.
  7. Add water and season with salt & pepper to taste.
  8. Pour Gracious Grits into a serving platter and top with shrimp & sauce.
  9. Sprinkle on parmesan cheese & serve with lemon wedges.
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