Barbecued Shrimp & Grits

Ingredients: 8 strips bacon,Barbecue sauce to taste,1/2 stick butter,3 garlic cloves minced,2 cups grits,2 lb medium raw shrimp,1/4 teaspoon salt,3/4 cup chopped scallions,1 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese,1 tablespoon water
Instructions:

1. Fry bacon until crisp, crumble and set aside. Peel and devein shrimp. Grill shrimp on a skewer for 2-3 minutes on each side or until pink. Alternatively, fry shrimp over medium heat, a few minutes per side until pink (about 5-8 minutes total).
2. Saute garlic in 1 tbsp butter.Bring water to boil, add grits. Stir and cover for 5 minutes then turn heat to low. Stir in cheese, remaining butter, garlic, and salt. Toss shrimp in barbecue sauce.
3. Layer grits, shrimp, bacon, and scallions in a bowl and serve piping hot. Top with additional barbecue sauce if desired.

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