Spicy Shrimp and Grits

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken breast is lower in fat, while canned tuna is more economical.

Add 2 cups of chicken stock and 2 cups of water to a saucepan.

Stir in 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 teaspoon of granulated garlic; bring to a boil.

Once boiling, add 1 cup of regular grits (not instant) and whisk for about a minute to prevent clumping.

Cover the saucepan and reduce heat to medium-low; cook for 16 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes.

If the grits become too thick, add a splash of water to adjust the consistency.

After 16 minutes, stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, and 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese; mix well.

Season the grits generously with salt and black pepper; serve immediately as they will thicken if left to sit.

In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat.

Add the raw shrimp to the skillet and season with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, cayenne pepper, and some butter.

Add fresh garlic and cook the shrimp for about 1 minute until they are pink and opaque.

Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice for flavor and stir to combine.

Serve the cheese grits topped with the shrimp and all the juices from the pan.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens