Y’all, let me tell you about a breakfast recipe that’ll make your taste buds do a happy dance and have your family begging for seconds! As a Southern girl who loves adding a little spice to life, I’m excited to share my absolutely divine Louisiana-style Cajun Shrimp and Grits recipe that’ll make any morning feel extra special.
Trust me, honey, this isn’t your mama’s basic breakfast – we’re taking it to a whole new level!
What You’ll Need:
For the Grits:
– 1 cup stone-ground grits
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup butter
– 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
– Salt and pepper to taste
For the Shrimp:
– 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 4 slices bacon, chopped
– 1 bell pepper, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 green onions, chopped
– 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
Now, let me walk you through this heavenly creation, step by step!
First things first, let’s get those grits going. Bring your chicken broth to a boil and slowly whisk in the grits. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let them simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. (Don’t you dare let those grits stick to the bottom, darling!)
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Now, while your grits are doing their thing, let’s work on that amazing shrimp topping. In a large skillet, cook your bacon until crispy. Remove it but leave that liquid gold (bacon grease) in the pan. Add your shrimp and Cajun seasoning, cooking until they’re pink and perfect – about 3 minutes per side. Remove them and set aside.
In the same pan, sauté your bell pepper and garlic until tender. Add the heavy cream and let it simmer until it starts to thicken. Add those gorgeous shrimp back in and toss to coat.
Back to your grits – stir in the butter, heavy cream, and cheese until everything’s melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
To serve, spoon those creamy grits into bowls, top with your Cajun shrimp mixture, sprinkle with crispy bacon bits and green onions, and honey, you’ve just made breakfast magic!
This recipe serves 4-6 people, depending on how hungry your crew is (no judgment here – I’ve been known to eat more than my fair share! 😉).
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Until next time, keep it spicy and delicious, my culinary friends! 💋
