Shrimp and cheesy grits

I've been wanted to make shrimp and grits for months.  I personally love grits and if you aren't sure if you'd like them try a small amount.  They are similar to polenta or cream of wheat in texture although I think grits have a little more texture.  

I came across this recipe online on the Food network.  It did call for sausage and bacon using the bacon drippings to saute the veggies but since I only had shrimp available I adjusted the recipe to my liking.  Hubby and I both totally enjoyed this but if you would like add the cooked sausage and bacon to this recipe.  All in all this is a very tasty and delicious recipe. Serves 2 generous servings.

 Enjoy!

I lb. cooked  peeled and deveined medium shrimp
1/2 cup each  diced, red, green and orange pepper
1 medium onion diced or sliced
1 clove minced garlic
1 small lemon
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
2 T butter
4 T oil
2 chopped scallions (green tops too)optional for garnish

Saute vegetables in butter and olive oil until tender.  Add shrimp and saute until shrimp are heated through.  

1/2  cup grits
1  1/2 cup water
1/2 cup half and half
Salt to taste


Bring water, grits and salt to a boil in a 3 quart sauce pan with a lid.  Stir in half and half and simmer until grits are thickened.  Add cheese and stir.  Set aside.

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1. Sprinkle cooked shrimp with salt and cayenne pepper; drizzle with lemon juice. Set aside in a bowl. 
2. Saute  green, red, and yellow bell peppers, onion,in butter and olive oil until tender. Add seasoned shrimp and stir until shrimp is warmed.






3. Serve shrimp mixture over cheese grits.