Shrimp and Grits

Shrimp and Grits
The recipe Shrimp and Grits could satisfy your Southern craving in around 50 minutes. This recipe covers 22% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One portion of this dish contains approximately 38g of protein, 35g of fat, and a total of 565 calories. This recipe serves 8. It works well as a main course. Head to the store and pick up flat-leaf parsley, spicy sausage, onion, and a few other things to make it today. To use up the kosher salt you could follow this main course with the Low Fat Crumbs Cake (Kosher-Dairy) as a dessert.

Instructions

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To make the grits, place a 3-quart pot over medium-high heat.
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Add the chicken stock and bring to a boil. Slowly whisk in the cornmeal. When the grits begin to bubble, turn the heat down to medium low and simmer, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon. Allow to cook for 10 to 15 minutes, until the mixture is smooth and thick.
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Remove from heat and stir in the cream and butter, season with salt and pepper.
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To make the shrimp, place a deep skillet over medium heat and coat with the olive oil.
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Add the onion and garlic; saute for 2 minutes to soften.
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Add the sausage and cook, stirring, until there is a fair amount of fat in the pan and the sausage is brown.
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Sprinkle in the flour and stir with a wooden spoon to create a roux. Slowly pour in the chicken stock and continue to stir to avoid lumps. Toss in the bay leaf. When the liquid comes to a simmer, add the shrimp. Poach the shrimp in the stock for 2 to 3 minutes, until they are firm and pink and the gravy is smooth and thick. Season with salt and pepper; stir in the parsley and green onion. Spoon the grits into a serving bowl.
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Add the shrimp mixture and mix well.
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Serve immediately.

Recommended wine: Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc

Pinot Grigio, Riesling, and Sauvignon Blanc are great choices for Shrimp. These crisp white wines work well with shrimp prepared in a variety of ways, whether grilled, fried, or in garlic sauce. The Loveblock Pinot Gris with a 4.6 out of 5 star rating seems like a good match. It costs about 24 dollars per bottle.
Loveblock Pinot Gris
Loveblock Pinot Gris
Loveblock Pinot Gris is a pale golden with hints of green. The 2013 vintage is a dry style with floral aromas and a hint of ripe pineapple. The palate reveals poached pear and blood orange, and finishes with a touch of citrus, good texture and rich mouth feel.
DifficultyHard
Ready In50 m.
Servings8
Health Score11
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