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Slowly whisk in the grits and a pinch of salt.","group":"Grits","title":"Bring the chicken broth or water","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Grits"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the grits are creamy and tender.","group":"Grits","title":"Reduce heat to low","timerMinutes":25,"sourceTitle":"Grits"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Stir in 2 tbsp of butter and the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Cover and keep warm.","group":"Grits","title":"Stir in 2 tbsp of butter and the shredded cheddar cheese","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Grits"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"While grits cook, fry the diced bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove bacon to a paper towel, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.","group":"Topping","title":"Fry the diced bacon","timerMinutes":8,"sourceTitle":"Topping"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Sear for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and just cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.","group":"Topping","title":"Add the shrimp to the skillet","timerMinutes":4,"sourceTitle":"Topping"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tbsp butter. Sauté the onion and bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.","group":"Topping","title":"Add the remaining 2 tbsp butter","timerMinutes":6,"sourceTitle":"Topping"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Return the shrimp and bacon to the skillet. Stir in lemon juice and parsley. Toss to combine and heat through.","group":"Topping","title":"Return the shrimp and bacon","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Topping"},{"id":"instruction-8","text":"Spoon the warm cheesy grits into bowls and top with the shrimp mixture.","group":"Serving","title":"Spoon the warm cheesy grits","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"For the best texture, use stone-ground grits rather than instant ones. If the gravy gets too thick, add a splash of chicken stock or water to loosen it up.","cuisine":{"group":"American","specific":["Southern American"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["simmer","saute"],"equipment":["Medium saucepan","Large skillet","Whisk","Slotted spoon"],"diet":["high_protein"],"allergens":["shellfish","milk"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"servings","note":""},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Grits can be made ahead but will thicken significantly; reheat with extra milk or water."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store shrimp and grits separately if possible. 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