CRAWFISH AND GRITS

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Make and share this Crawfish and Grits recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shawn C

Categories     Crawfish

Time 35m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb peeled crawfish tail
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
2 cups beef stock
3 cups half-and-half
1 1/2 cups quick-cooking white grits
1/2 cup freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, toss the crawfish tails with salt and cayenne.
  • In a 3-quart saucepan, over medium heat, add the olive oil.
  • When the oil is hot, add the onions.
  • Season the onions with salt and cayenne.
  • Saute for 2 minutes, or until the onions are soft.
  • Add the crawfish and garlic.
  • Continue to cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add the stock and half and half to the pan.
  • Season with salt and cayenne.
  • Bring the liquid to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Add the grits and stir constantly until they are very tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the cheese and stir to mix and melt it.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.4, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 97.8, Sodium 499.2, Carbohydrate 29.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.2, Protein 16.5

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