Favorite Main Dish {Shrimp & Grits}

 

My all-time favorite main dish is shrimp & grits. It does not get any better than thick grits and fresh, peeled shrimp.

J & I have used this shrimp & grits recipe found in Southern Living magazine a while ago.

The classic combo is a favorite recipe of the Southern states, and it is a fave of mine too.

I am again linking to Kelly’s Korner blog where Favorite Main Dishes will be shared. Come on over!

Garlic Shrimp & Grits

makes 4 servings

prep: 20 minutes

cook: 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 lb. unpeeled, medium-size fresh shrimp, cooked
• 3 cups water
• 1 cup whipping cream
• 1/4 cup butter or margarine
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup quick-cooking grits, uncooked
• 1 cup (4 oz.) shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• Garnishes: chopped fresh chives, peeled and cooked shrimp, freshly ground black pepper

Peel shrimp, and devein, if desired.

Bring 3 cups of water, cream, butter, and salt to a boil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium, and whisk in grits. Cook, whisking constantly, 7 to 8 minutes or until mixture is smooth. Stir in 1 lb. shrimp, cheese, and garlic, and cook 1 to 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Garnish, if desired.

This recipe was submitted to Southern Living by Irene Smith of Covington, GA.

I am also a huge fan of the shrimp & grits offerings at Upperline Restaurant (Uptown) & Mr. B’s Bistro (French Quarter). I always get this fave dish at these local eateries.

Upperline

Mr. B’s Bistro

Another of my favorite main dishes has always been a good hamburger. I certainly have to share my favorite one in the entire city. The honor goes to the LPG cheeseburger at La Petite Grocery (Uptown). A fresh burger with gruyere cheese and local greens is a must-try. Mouth-watering. Yummy.

I LOVE hamburgers. I prefer a thinner burger than a thicker one.

What are your favorite main dishes?

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Shrimp & Grits, y’all!