Uncle Pooh’s Shrimp, Sausage, And Grits
This classic Southern dish is the ultimate comfort food. Tender shrimp and savory sausage are served on a bed of creamy grits, creating a deliciously satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion.
Instructions
- 1
In a medium pot, stir together the milk and heavy cream over medium-high heat.
- 2
Bring to a boil.
- 3
Slowly whisk the grits into the pot. When mixture begins to bubble, reduce the heat to medium-low. Add 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper.
- 4
Continue whisking the grits frequently for 10-15 minutes until mixture thickened.
- 5
Remove the grits from the heat. Add the butter and cheddar cheese, and whisk to incorporate. Set aside.
- 6
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat.
- 7
Add the onions, peppers, and garlic. Sauté for 2 minutes until onions and peppers have softened.
- 8
Add the sausage. Cook until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- 9
Slowly add the chicken stock. Stir until well-incorporated.
- 10
Add the shrimp. Cook until pink in color, about 3 minutes.
- 11
Add the cayenne, remaining teaspoon salt, and remaining ½ teaspoon black pepper. Add additional cayenne pepper, if desired.
- 12
Remove from the heat and spoon the sausage and shrimp mixture over the grits.
- 13
Sprinkle scallions on top, if desired.
- 14
Enjoy!
Recipe from tasty.co
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Ingredients (17)
- •3 cups whole milk
- •3 cups heavy cream
- •1 cup white corn grits
- •2 teaspoons salt, divided
- •1 teaspoon black pepper, divided
- •3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- •½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- •2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- •1 medium white onion, minced
- •1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- •1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- •2 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 lb andouille sausage, sliced
- •1 pinch cayenne pepper, plus more to taste
- •1 cup chicken stock
- •1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- •thinly sliced scallion, for serving