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.