BBQ SHRIMP AND CHEESE GRITS - YUM!

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I was skeptical of the flavors in this recipe, but the dish is fantastic! I got this recipe is from the Dec/Jan 2006 Light and Tasty Mag (submitted by Judith Kin, Madisonville, TN). I made a few changes, but overall the recipe is hers. I can't take credit for it. Thanks Judith!!

Provided by Aggiezoey

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups water
1 cup half & half light cream
3 teaspoons butter
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 cup quick-cooking grits
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped fine (more cloves if you love garlic)
1 lb uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon hot sauce (I used more)
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Bring water, half and half, 1 teaspoon butter, salt, pepper to a low boil. Add grits, reduce heat, simmer uncovered for 5-7 minutes until grits are thickened.
  • Combine ketchup, honey, lemon juice, and hot pepper. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, saute onion in the rest of the butter until transulent. Add garlic and saute for 2 more minutes.
  • Add shrimp and saute till pink. Be careful not to overcook or they'll be tough.
  • When grits are thickend, add cheese to them. Taste and add salt, pepper if needed. If grits become to thick add a little water or milk.
  • Add ketchup mixture to the shrimp and just heat through.
  • Serve shrimp over grits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 640.5, Fat 27.8, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 373.9, Sodium 901.5, Carbohydrate 49.5, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 12.1, Protein 47.6

Kebal Mandal
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. The cheese grits were creamy and cheesy, and they paired perfectly with the shrimp. I will definitely be making this


Funmilayo oladele
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. The cheese grits were creamy and cheesy, and they paired perfectly with the shrimp. I will definitely be making this recip


suliman haidary
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. The cheese grits were creamy and cheesy, and they paired perfectly with the shrimp. I will definitely be making this re


Sadeq Yaar
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I'm not a huge fan of shrimp, but I loved this recipe! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. The cheese grits were creamy and cheesy, and they paired perfectly with the shrimp. I will definitely be making this recipe


Sarmila Karki
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. The cheese grits were creamy and cheesy, and they paired perfectly with the shrimp. I will definitely be making this


Zubair zubair khan
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. The cheese grits were creamy and cheesy, and they paired perfectly with the shrimp. I will definitely be making this recip


Shahar Arnon
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This recipe was a hit at my party! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. The cheese grits were creamy and cheesy, and they paired perfectly with the shrimp. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Aiyden
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I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. The cheese grits were creamy and cheesy, and they paired perfectly with the shrimp. I wil


Abdelfattah Hafiz
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. The cheese grits were creamy and cheesy, and they paired perfectly with the shrimp. I will definitely be making this


Nuwahereza Agatha
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. The cheese grits were creamy and cheesy, and they paired perfectly with the shrimp. I will definitely be making this recip


Azariayi Clinton
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. The cheese grits were creamy and cheesy, and they paired perfectly with the shrimp. I will definitely be making this re


Talon Cejka
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I'm not a huge fan of shrimp, but I loved this recipe! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. The cheese grits were creamy and cheesy, and they paired perfectly with the shrimp. I will definitely be making this recipe


Kamala Halder
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. The cheese grits were creamy and cheesy, and they paired perfectly with the shrimp. I will definitely be making this


Jam Sahb
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the BBQ shrimp and cheese grits. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. The cheese grits were creamy and cheesy, and they paired perfectly with the shrimp. I will


Mercy Mbugua
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This BBQ shrimp and cheese grits recipe was absolutely delicious! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. The cheese grits were creamy and cheesy, and they paired perfectly with the shrimp. I will definitely be making