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shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based protein option, while canned tuna is often less expensive.

grits

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: polenta

Quinoa is a nutritious grain alternative, while polenta is typically more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat choice, while margarine can be a budget-friendly substitute.

Cook grits according to directions on package using 1 cup of grits, 3 cups of milk, and 1 cup of water.

In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté chopped yellow onion and bell pepper until softened.

Add jumbo shrimp to the skillet and season with black pepper, salt, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder; cook until shrimp are pink and opaque.

Stir in cooked grits, 2 tablespoons of butter, and 1.5 cups of cheddar cheese until well combined.

For gravy, in a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil or butter, whisk in 1/4 cup of flour (or 2 tablespoons of cornstarch), and gradually add 2 cups of broth or water; season to taste.

Serve shrimp over grits with gravy.

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