Old Charleston Shrimp and Grits My Secrets Out

Ingredients

• 4 cups (950ml) water
• 1 teaspoon (5g) kosher salt, plus more to taste
• 1 cup (170g) stone-ground grits (not instant)
• 4 tablespoons (57g) unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup (57g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream
• Pinch of black pepper
• 4 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
• 1 pound (454g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
• Salt and black pepper to taste