Shrimp and Grits Bowl

Ingredients

• 1 cup Grits
• 4 cups Water
• 1 cup Milk
• 0.5 cup Sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 lb Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 0.25 cup Green onions
• 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the 4 cups of water and 1 cup of milk. Bring this mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
2. 2Gradually whisk in the 1 cup of grits to the boiling liquid. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes. Stir occasionally until the grits are creamy and have thickened. Stir in the 0.5 cup of sharp cheddar cheese until it is completely melted.
3. 3While the grits are simmering, prepare the shrimp. In a 10-inch skillet, heat the 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat (350°F / 175°C).
4. 4Add the 2 cloves of minced garlic to the hot oil and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
5. 5Add the 1 pound of shrimp and the 2 teaspoons of Cajun seasoning to the skillet. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the shrimp are pink and opaque and have reached an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
6. 6Stir in the 0.5 teaspoon of salt and the 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper into the cooked shrimp.
7. 7Divide the creamy grits evenly among four bowls. Top each bowl of grits with the seasoned shrimp. Garnish with the 0.25 cup of chopped green onions before serving.

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