Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 cup

chicken broth

0.5 cup

whipping cream

1 cup

quick cooking grits

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

black pepper

freshly ground

1 tbsp

butter

0.25 cup

Parmesan

2 tbsp

butter

0.5 unit

onion

chopped

2 cloves

garlic

minced

1 unit

green bell pepper

chopped

0.5 pound

smoked kielbasa sausage

sliced

2 pound

shrimp

peeled and deveined

0.25 cup

dry white wine

14.5 unit

diced tomatoes

canned

1 unit

chives

chopped

Step 1
~2 min

Bring chicken stock and whipping cream to a low simmer in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.

Step 2
~2 min

Whisk in grits and a pinch of salt while simmering.

Step 3
~2 min

Stir constantly and return to a low simmer.

Step 4
~2 min

Cook until thickened, stirring often, about 5 minutes.

Step 5
~2 min

Stir in butter and Parmesan cheese.

Step 6
~2 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 7
~2 min

Heat a large saute pan over medium-heat.

Step 8
~2 min

Melt butter and saute onion, garlic, and green bell pepper until tender and translucent.

Step 9
~2 min

Add the sliced kielbasa sausage and cook until browned.

Step 10
~2 min

Add the peeled and deveined shrimp and saute for about 2 minutes, until pink.

Step 11
~2 min

Add dry white wine and diced tomatoes.

Step 12
~2 min

Bring to a boil and simmer for about 5 minutes.

Step 13
~2 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 14
~2 min

Serve the shrimp mixture over the Parmesan cheese grits.

Step 15
~2 min

Garnish with chopped chives.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra creamy grits, use milk instead of water.

Add a splash of hot sauce for a spicy kick.

Use fresh herbs for garnish to brighten the flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Grits can be made ahead of time and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of collard greens.

Serve with a slice of cornbread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Collard Greens
Cornbread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

A staple of Southern cuisine, often associated with hospitality and comfort food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Sunday brunch
Holiday meals

Occasion Tags

weekend
brunch
dinner party

Popularity Score

75/100

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