Some Shrimp-n-Grits

[cowgirl]

Just got back from a week of visiting friends in Texas. One of my bestest friends made shrimp and grits while I was there. They were so tasty I had to make it when I got home.
This is the recipe http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Old-Cha...e7=Home%20Page

Brought home some nice gulf shrimp... I shelled, deveined and butterflied them. Seasoned with salt, cayenne and fresh lemon juice.



Sorry the photos aren't the best. I was in a hurry. :)

fried the bacon..

fried andouille sausage too.



cooked the peppers, onions and garlic in bacon drippings...



simmered the grits then added cheese...



since I was in such a hurry, I used the little table top gas grill...flattened the shrimp for quick cooking.



topped the shrimp with a foiled pan to keep them from curling..






they didn't take long at all!



sprinkled the shrimp with some Cajun seasoning...



Combined the veggies, andouille, chicken stock, roux, crisp bacon and shrimp.

The shrimp and smoked sausage in "gravy"...




The shrimp-n-andouille on cheesy grits...








Really liked the recipe, will make it again for sure.


Thanks for looking!

[MossyMO]

Wow does that look good Jeannie!

[Abelman]

For Jeanie simple is good, for most of the world, her simple is a feast.

Wow, looks great!

Will have to try that, thanks for making me work

[cowgirl]

Thank you Marty and Pete!
I followed the recipe fairly close for the first cook but might make a few changes to suit my taste next time.

[HawgHeaven]

For Jeanie simple is good, for most of the world, her simple is a feast.

Wow, looks great!

Will have to try that, thanks for making me work

Much agreed Pete!

Dang jeanie, you never cease to amaze me...That looks great!! I love shrimp and grits!! I was taught by a very dear friend how to properly cook grits, and ever since then, I have been on it!

[barkonbutts]

looks very very good! could go after a bowl or two right now!

[Mark R]

That is Money! Nice stuff Jeanie.

P.S. recipe freshly stolen.

[dsgarner06]

Wow Jeanie you have made me hungry! Those shrimp look awesome and the grits got to be good! Shrimp and grits are a great combination, especially when you can get fresh gulf shrimp! Nicely done!

[cowgirl]

Much agreed Pete!

Dang jeanie, you never cease to amaze me...That looks great!! I love shrimp and grits!! I was taught by a very dear friend how to properly cook grits, and ever since then, I have been on it!

Thank you Phil! Bet your grits are awesome!! Bring your recipe with you when I adopt you.
My momma was from the south, we ate grits almost every day. I'm surprised I still love them. lol


Thanks Brian, I'd definitely share with ya. That's what I'm having for supper tonight and there's still enough for the both of us.

That is Money! Nice stuff Jeanie.

P.S. recipe freshly stolen.

Mark thank you! Good luck with the recipe!

Wow Jeanie you have made me hungry! Those shrimp look awesome and the grits got to be good! Shrimp and grits are a great combination, especially when you can get fresh gulf shrimp! Nicely done!

Thank you Deano!

[SMOKE FREAK]

Sorry the photos aren't the best?
Look dang good from here...

Thinkin I could enjoy a bowl or two of that for sure...

[Sam3]

Grits are not something you find on many menu's up this way. The fact that these are "cheesy" certainly peaks my interest.
I love how you cooked these shrimp too. Another cool trick you taught me.
Thank you.

Beautiful presentation Jeanie and a fantastic bowl of goodness right there.

[cowgirl]

Sorry the photos aren't the best?
Look dang good from here...

Thinkin I could enjoy a bowl or two of that for sure...

Craig thank you!! Still have plenty left, I'll save some for ya.

Grits are not something you find on many menu's up this way. The fact that these are "cheesy" certainly peaks my interest.
I love how you cooked these shrimp too. Another cool trick you taught me.
Thank you.

Beautiful presentation Jeanie and a fantastic bowl of goodness right there.

Thank you Sam!
Cheesy grits are pretty tasty and you can add your favorite cheese....smoked cheese is pretty good in grits. Hope you give it a try sometime.
I think next time I'll use smaller shrimp. I had to cut these up so I could get a bite of shrimp with each spoonful. :)
Thanks again!

[Fishawn]

Looks amazing! Even the grits, whatever they are? Ha ha, I have never had them.

[bwerth42]

Wow! That's different and looks amazing to me. I would destroy a plate of that!

[Squirrel]

Just beautiful! I love the combo of flavors. You rock lady!!!