Shrimp Salmon and Grits

Ingredients

• 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth

• 2 cups 2% milk

• 1/3 cup unsaltedbutter,l

• 3/4 teaspoon salt

• 3/4 cup uncooked old-fashioned grits

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 3 slices of bacon strips, chopped

• 1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 teaspoon Taylor Homemade Creole spice blend

• 1 tsp chives

Directions

• In a large saucepan, bring the broth, milk, butter, salt and pepper to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat. Cover and cook for 12-14 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Stir in cheese until melted. Set aside and keep warm.

• In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 4 teaspoons drippings. Saute the shrimp, garlic and seasoning in bacon drippings until shrimp turn pink. Serve with grits and sprinkle with chives.