@brighteyes847: Southern Shrimp & Grits Breakfast FEAST-COOKING WITH BRIGHT EYES The ultimate Southern breakfast loaded with sweet and savory favorites. 📝 Ingredients: For the shrimp & grits: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 cup stone-ground grits 3 cups water or chicken broth 1 cup whole milk 3 tablespoons butter 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning ½ teaspoon smoked paprika Salt and black pepper, to taste For the sausage & peppers: 12 oz smoked sausage, sliced into rounds 1 green bell pepper, sliced 1 small onion, sliced 1 tablespoon butter For the breakfast sides: 8 slices thick-cut bacon 8 breakfast sausage links 8 large eggs 4 hash brown patties 8 small waffles Butter and maple syrup, for serving 🍴 How to prepare it: 1️⃣ Make the cheesy grits: Bring the broth and milk to a gentle simmer, slowly whisk in the grits, and cook until thick and creamy. Stir in butter and cheddar for creamy cheese grits, Southern comfort food, and a hearty breakfast favorite. 2️⃣ Cook the Cajun shrimp: Season the shrimp with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Sauté with butter and garlic just until opaque and fully cooked. Spoon over a portion of grits for Cajun shrimp and grits, easy brunch recipe, and restaurant-style breakfast. 3️⃣ Brown the sausage and peppers: Cook the smoked sausage rounds until deeply caramelized, then add sliced peppers and onions and sauté until tender. Meanwhile, cook the bacon, sausage links, and hash browns until browned for a loaded breakfast skillet, savory brunch idea, and family breakfast feast. 4️⃣ Prepare the eggs and waffles: Cook half the eggs sunny-side or over-medium until the whites are fully set, and softly scramble the remaining eggs. Toast or cook the waffles until golden and crisp for fluffy scrambled eggs, golden breakfast waffles, and a weekend brunch favorite. 5️⃣ Build the breakfast feast: Arrange cheesy grits with butter, Cajun shrimp and grits, smoked sausage with peppers and onions, eggs, bacon-topped hash browns, sausage links, and waffles together on a large platter. Serve with butter and maple syrup for an ultimate breakfast feast, Southern brunch spread, and best comfort breakfast. Prep time: 20 minutes | Cook time: 40 minutes | Total time: 1 hour | Servings: 4 people Calories: ~980 per serving | Protein: ~52g per serving

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