Shrimp And Grits

• 3 slices bacon
• 1 med. red bell pepper diced
• 1 small onion diced
• 1 small bunch scallions
• 1-2 lbs. of shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 cup of polenta or grits
• 4 cups of chicken stock
• 1/2 stick of butter
• 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese

1. Fry the bacon until crispy and remove from skillet. Reserve bacon.
2. Lower heat to low and add the pepper and onion. Allow to cook 5-10 minutes until soft.
3. Meanwhile bring chicken stock to a boil.
4. When it has boiled, add the polenta, whisking as you add. Lower the heat and let it simmer, stirring frequently.
5. Add the shrimp to the veggies, and cook about 8 min. until opaque, and remove from skillet.
6. When the polenta has reached desired consistency, add the butter and cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Put about a cup of grits in a bowl and spoon the shrimp mixture on top. Add some reserved bacon and scallions to garnish.

bacon, red bell pepper, onion, scallions, shrimp, polenta, chicken, butter, cheddar cheese

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/shrimp-and-grits-1244152 (may not work)