"Many modern versions of this Carolina favorite add too many frills. We set out to bring it back to basics...."
INGREDIENTS
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GRITS
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 cup grits
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2 1/4 cups whole milk
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2 cups water
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Salt and pepper
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SHRIMP
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 1/2 pounds extra-large shrimp (21 to 25 per pound), peeled and deveined, shells reserved
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1 tablespoon tomato paste
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2 1/4 cups water
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3 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
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1 garlic clove, minced
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Salt and pepper
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce, plus extra for serving
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4 scallions, sliced thin