Ingredients

The following ingredients have 2 Servings
  • 1 pound medium shrimp (peeled and halved lengthwise)
  • Juice of a lemon
  • 6 dashes Tabasco sauce
  • 4 slices bacon (chopped)
  • 1 small onion (finely chopped)
  • ¼ green bell pepper (finely chopped)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 3 tablespoons chopped scallions
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chicken broth or stock
  • ½ cup quick-cooking grits (not instant)
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • couple dashes garlic powder
  • 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese (grated)

Instruction

  • Combine the shrimp with the lemon juice and Tabasco. Set aside while preparing the grits and sauce.