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Lowcountry Shrimp and Grits: The Best Turkey Bacon Twist

Lowcountry Shrimp and Grits
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A delicious twist on a classic Southern dish featuring shrimp and grits with turkey bacon.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
  • 1 cup grits
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
  2. Add grits, reduce heat to low, and stir until thickened.
  3. In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy, then remove from pan.
  4. Add olive oil, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet, sauté for 5 minutes.
  5. Add shrimp and Cajun seasoning, cook until shrimp are pink.
  6. Stir in cooked grits and cheddar cheese, mix well.
  7. Serve topped with turkey bacon.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add hot sauce to the shrimp mixture.
  • Feel free to substitute regular bacon if preferred.

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Keywords: Lowcountry Shrimp and Grits, Turkey Bacon, Southern Recipes

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