Smoked Shrimp and Heirloom Grits

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A Southern comfort dish featuring locally sourced smoked shrimp and creamy heirloom grits, finished with a tangy green onion and cheese sauce. This Southern-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs smoked shrimp, heirloom grits, whole milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Southern cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large pot, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add 1 cup heirloom grits and 1 tsp kosher salt; reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes until creamy, stirring occasionally.
  2. Step 2: In a separate skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup chopped green onions and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Whisk 1 cup whole milk into the grits mixture until smooth. Stir in 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese until melted and thickened.
  4. Step 4: Fold in 12 oz smoked shrimp, ensuring they are fully coated in the sauce. Season with 1/2 tsp black pepper and additional salt to taste.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately, garnished with additional green onions.

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