Cheesy shrimp and grits

Happy Fat Tuesday! Enjoy this awesome recipe for shrimp and grits! Tried and true recipe that we all love!
FYI: this recipe makes about 2 servings, so you will probably want to double or triple it!

Ingredients:

FOR THE GRITS

• 2 cups water
• 2 chicken bouillon cubes or 2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 cup quick grits
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

FOR THE SHRIMP

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined, without tails
• cajun seasoning
• 4 slices thick cut bacon
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions
• 1 garlic clove, minced

Directions:

1. Arrange bacon on a cooling rack (like for cookies) and set the rack on a sheet pan (something with a lip all the way around). Place the bacon in a cold oven, then turn the oven on to 400 degrees F. Cook the bacon for about 15 mins on each side, or until crispy. Chop 4 slices into bite-sized pieces and reserve the bacon grease from the bottom of the pan.

FOR THE GRITS

1. In a medium saucepan, bring water, bouillon, butter and grits to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 7 mins, until grits and thickened and tender. Remove from heat and stir in cheese.
2. Meanwhile, add 1-2 tablespoons of the bacon grease to a medium skillet over medium high heat. Season the shrimp with plenty of cajun seasoning. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until the shrimp turn pink, about 1 minute per side. Lower the heat to medium and add the bacon scallions, garlic, and squeeze in some lemon juice. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the garlic and scallions are softened and the shrimp are done.
3. Serve the grits in bowl and top with the shrimp. Enjoy!