Crescent City Shrimp and Grits

"This is my copycat recipe of my favorite brunch item at chef Robert St. John's Crescent City Grill. Shrimp and grits are a pretty classic Southern food, and this one is the definitive creole version in my opinion. Andouille and Boursin may not be available everywhere. To aid in substitution, Andouille is a spicy smoked sausage, and Boursin is a garlic flavored soft cheese spread. If you're an unfortunate soul who lives in a place with no grits, polenta is an acceptable substitution."
 
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Ready In:
25mins
Ingredients:
14
Serves:
4
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ingredients

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directions

  • For Grits:

  • Saute sausage in a medium saucepan just until hot, and some oil is released.
  • Add water, bring to a boil, add salt and grits. Cook until thick and soft.
  • Stir in cheese spread until melted through. Add parsley and adjust seasoning to taste.
  • For Shrimp:

  • Generously sprinkle shrimp with seafood seasoning. I use Chef Paul's, but use whatever kind you happen to like.
  • Melt butter in a nonstick skillet, add onion and pepper and cook gently until onion is translucent.
  • Add garlic and cook a few moments more, stirring constantly.
  • Add shrimp and wine and cook until nice and pink, but still tender.
  • To serve:

  • Ladle grits into shallow bowls, top with shrimp, and drizzle with the butter and wine left in the pan. You can top it with a bit more parsley or green onions if you like. Traditionally, we would serve this with a crisp green salad and mimosas for a special brunch.

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