NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

7 oz shrimp

0.25 cup stone-ground grits

0.75 cup water

2 tbsp 2% milk

1 tsp ghee

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

0.5 cup bell pepper

0.25 cup yellow onion

1 clove garlic

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

1 tsp lemon juice

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

PREPARATION

• 1

  In a small saucepan, bring the water and milk to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.

• 2

  Slowly whisk in the stone-ground grits and sea salt, then reduce heat to low and cover.

• 3

  Simmer the grits for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they reach a thick and velvety consistency.

• 4

  Stir the ghee into the cooked grits and keep warm while preparing the shrimp.

• 5

  Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the diced bell pepper and onion.

• 6

  Sauté the vegetables for 4-5 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

• 7

  Add the shrimp to the skillet and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning and black pepper.

• 8

  Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

• 9

  Spoon the creamy grits into a bowl and top with the zesty shrimp and vegetable mixture.