Chef Michelle Weaver’s Shrimp and Grits
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Fresh shrimp and local hand milled grits are what make this version an authentic lowcountry favorite. Plus, the hickory smoked bacon and Parmigiano-Reggiano add a rich, savory flavor.
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Servings: 6
Ingredients:
2 cup uncooked white coarse-ground grits
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 pound unpeeled, medium-size raw shrimp (2 8/31 count)
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6 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 Medium-size Vidalia onion, diced
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}1/2 Poblano pepper, diced
3 Garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup Madeira
2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Green onion, chopped
Preparation:
Bring 7 cups water to a boil in a 4 quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Slowly whisk in grits; reduce heat to medium and cook, whisking constantly for 5 minutes. Cover, reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally for 1 hour or until tender. Fold in cheese and 1/4 cup butter.
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Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring often, 4 to 5 minutes or until crisp. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels, reserving 2 tbsp. of drippings in skillet.
Melt 6 tbsp. butter in hot drippings in skillet. Reduce heat. Add onion, poblano pepper, and garlic; sauté 2 minutes or until onion is translucent. Add shrimp; cook, stirring often for 1 to 2 minutes. Add salt and white and red pepper; toss to coat.
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