Ingredients for the Grits:
1 cup grits
1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 Tbl butter
1/4 cup heavy cream
Directions for the Grits:
Cook 1 cup dry grits with water according to package directions. After the grits are cooked and still hot, stir in the cheese, butter and heavy cream. Stir until the cheese is melted and the grits are thick and creamy. If they are too thick, you can adjust with water. Taste and add salt if needed.
Ingredients for the Shrimp:
1 lb peeled & deveined shrimp
1/2 tsp baking soda
2 Tbl BBQ Shrimp Seasoning
½ tsp Smoked Hot Paprika
Smoked Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 cup andouille cut into small cubes
1 shallot, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
½-1 cup heavy cream
Salt and cayenne to taste
Fresh parsley and chives, finely chopped
Directions for the Shrimp:
In a bowl, combine the shrimp with the baking soda, BBQ Shrimp Seasoning and Smoked Hot Paprika; allow to sit for 10 mins.
In a large skillert, saute the andouille in Smoked Extra Virgin Olive Oiluntil brown and crispy. Add in the shallots and saute until softened. Add in the garlic and saute for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the shrimp and saute until starting to turn pink. Add in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Simmer until the shrimp are opaque pink, firm to the touch and fully cooked through-about 6 minutes.
You can add more cream adjust the consistency. Taste and season with salt and cayenne. Serve over warm cheese grits. Garnish with fresh parsley and chives.