Southern Shrimp and Grits – Zonk Foods Gourmet Provisions

Ingredients

• 2-2.5 cups homemade or store-bought chicken stock
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1-pound large shrimp, shelled (shells reserved)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 cup grits, preferably stone-ground
• 1 cup grated Gruyère, gouda, sharp cheddar, or a combination of all 3.
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 4 slices thick-cut bacon diced or sliced into lardons
• Olive oil as needed
• 1 medium shallot, minced
• 2 medium cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons, or more, unsalted butter, cubed
• The juice and zest from 1 lemon
• 1/2 tablespoon Zonk Foods New Orleans Cajun Seasoning for some spice (optional)
• Chopped fresh parsley, and/or chives to garnish