1/2 pound of bacon chopped
1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
1 Tablespoon cajun seasoning
3 garlic cloves minced
Grits:
2 cups water
1 Tablespoon butter
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup quick grits
In a medium sized skillet over medium high heat, cook the bacon until desired crispness. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside on a plate.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and sprinkle with cajun seasoning. Add garlic and cook for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp is no longer pink.
To make the grits: Add the water, butter, milk and salt to a medium sized saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and slowly add in the grits. Stir for about 5 minutes until the grits are thick and bubbly. Serve with the cajun garlic shrimp.
Calories 312kcal (16%)
Carbohydrates 34g (11%)
Protein 29g (58%)
Fat 7g (11%)
Saturated Fat 3g (15%)
Cholesterol 299mg (100%)
Sodium 1522mg (63%)
Potassium 274mg (8%)
Fiber 2g (8%)
Sugar 4g (4%)
Vitamin A 1050IU (21%)
Vitamin C 5.4mg (7%)
Calcium 245mg (25%)
Iron 4.1mg (23%)