# Shrimp and grits (from Preppy Kitchen)

Video: [Easy Shrimp and Grits Recipe](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhm1nGi-564) by [Preppy Kitchen](https://www.youtube.com/@PreppyKitchen).
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- Serves: not stated
- Total time: not stated
- Ontario estimate*: ~$12.24 per serving, ~$24.47 for ~2 portions (assumed); saves ~$14.76* per serving (55%) vs ordering out (~$27.00*). * Estimate: 2 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 2 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario seafood entrée at ~$27, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

## Ingredients

- 2 ½ cups water
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 2 cups cheddar cheese
- 1 bell pepper
- 3 green onion
- 3 garlic clove
- 2 tbsp parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 lb shrimp
- 1 tsp cajun seasoning
- ¾ cup chicken broth
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp lemon juice

## Steps

1. [0:04](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhm1nGi-564&t=4s) Pour water and chicken stock into a large pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
2. [0:21](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhm1nGi-564&t=21s) Grate the cheddar cheese.
3. [0:32](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhm1nGi-564&t=32s) Dice the bell pepper, chop the green onions, mince the garlic cloves, and chop the parsley.
4. [2:08](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhm1nGi-564&t=128s) Add salt to the boiling liquid, then slowly whisk in the stone-ground grits.
5. [2:20](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhm1nGi-564&t=140s) Reduce the heat to low and cook the grits while stirring frequently.
6. [2:26](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhm1nGi-564&t=146s) Place chopped bacon in a cold large skillet over medium-high heat and cook until crispy.
7. [3:17](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhm1nGi-564&t=197s) Remove the cooked bacon from the skillet and set aside on paper towels.
8. [3:40](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhm1nGi-564&t=220s) Add the diced bell pepper to the skillet with bacon drippings and cook until tender.
9. [4:21](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhm1nGi-564&t=261s) Add peeled and deveined shrimp, chopped green onions, minced garlic, and cajun seasoning to the skillet.
10. [4:41](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhm1nGi-564&t=281s) Pour low-sodium chicken broth into the skillet and simmer for a few minutes.
11. [5:28](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhm1nGi-564&t=328s) Remove the cooked grits from the heat and stir in butter and grated cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
12. [5:50](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhm1nGi-564&t=350s) Add the reserved bacon and lemon juice to the shrimp mixture and stir to combine.
13. [6:30](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhm1nGi-564&t=390s) Spoon the cheesy grits into serving bowls, top with the shrimp and bacon mixture, and garnish with chopped parsley.

## Equipment

- pot
- grater
- cutting board
- knife
- whisk
- skillet
- tongs
- wooden spoon
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- juicer

## What the video didn't say

- servings not stated
- total preparation and cooking time not stated

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