Shrimp & Cheese Grits

Directions

1. 1
   Bring 6 cups water and salt to boil in a heavy large saucepan.
2. 2
   Whisk in grits. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until mixture is thick and grits are tender, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
3. 3
   Whisk in 1 cup of cheese and nutmeg. Season to taste with hot pepper sauce. Cover and set aside.
4. 4
   Cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat until brown but not crisp. Transfer bacon to small bowl, using slotted spoon. Pour off half of drippings from skillet.
5. 5
   Add shrimp to same skillet and cook until just pink, about 2 minutes per side.
6. 6
   Transfer shrimp to plate, using slotted spoon.
7. 7
   Add mushrooms to same skillet and saute until tender, about 4 minutes.
8. 8
   Add green onions and garlic and saute 3 minutes.
9. 9
   Return shrimp and bacon to skillet. Mix in lemon juice. Season with salt, pepper and hot pepper sauce.
10. 10
    Bring grits to a simmer. Add water by tablespoons if grits are too thick.
11. 11
    Spoon grits onto plates. Spoon shrimp mixture over. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.