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Savor the Flavor of Pensacola: Grits à Ya Ya from The Fish House
The famous Grits à Ya Ya from the Fish House is a signature dish that tastes just like Pensacola.
The recipe was curated in 1998 from the Fish House in Downtown Pensacola. It's a must-try for locals and visitors. Enjoy a taste of creamy smoked gouda grits, sautéed Gulf shrimp, and savory sauce.
Ingredients:
Smoked Gouda Cheese Grits
1 quart chicken stock
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups Dixie Lily grits
1/4 pound butter
1 pound shredded smoked Gouda cheese
1 can creamed corn
The Ya Ya
8 strips applewood-smoked bacon, diced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced shallots
3 tablespoons butter
White wine
1 pound peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp
1 portobello mushroom cap, sliced
1/4 cup diced scallions
2 cups chopped fresh spinach
2 cups heavy cream
3 cups smoked Gouda cheese grits
There you have it, a taste of Pensacola at home. Go enjoy your Grits a Ya Ya!
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