Shrimp and Grits

• 1.5 lbshrimp, peeled
• 1 cupstone ground grits
• 4 slicesbacon
• 2 cupssharp cheddar
• 3 stalksscallions

Instructions

1. 1

   Brown the shrimp in a heavy pot over medium-high heat in batches, then set aside.

2. 2

   Cook stone ground grits and bacon in the same pot until softened and fragrant.

3. 3

   Return the shrimp, add the liquid, and scrape up every browned bit from the bottom.

4. 4

   Simmer partly covered on low, 35-45 minutes, until everything is tender and the sauce has body.

5. 5

   Taste and adjust salt and acid at the end — that's what makes Shrimp and Grits taste finished.