Shrimp, Bacon & Grits

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 c. low-sodium chicken broth, divided
• 2 c. water
• kosher salt
• 1 c. quick-cooking grits
• 3 tbsp. unsalted butter, divided
• 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan
• 6 oz. Field Bacon, cut into 1/4" slices
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 clove garlic, grated
• 1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Directions

1. In a small pot over medium-high heat, bring 2 cups broth and water to a boil. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and slowly pour in grits while stirring to keep smooth. Cook according to package instructions, then stir in 1 tablespoon butter and Parmesan. Keep warm.
2. Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until brown. Place bacon on a plate and set aside, reserving 2 tablespoons bacon fat.
3. Cook onions and garlic over medium heat until softened, 4 minutes. Pour in remaining 1/4 cup broth, bring to a boil and simmer until slightly thickened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Stir until shrimp are pink and cooked through, then turn off heat and add remaining 2 tablespoons butter and green onions.
4. Serve shrimp over grits with a spoonful of sauce. Top with crumbled bacon and green onions.