NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

0.25 cup stone-ground grits

1 cup water

0.25 tsp sea salt

1 oz sharp cheddar cheese

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

6 oz large shrimp

0.25 cup bell pepper

0.25 cup yellow onion

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp fresh parsley

PREPARATION

• 1

  In a small saucepan, bring the water and sea salt to a boil over high heat.

• 2

  Whisk in the stone-ground grits, reduce heat to low, and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, whisking occasionally, until the grits are thick and creamy.

• 3

  Remove the grits from heat and stir in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese until fully melted and incorporated.

• 4

  While the grits cook, heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

• 5

  Add the diced bell pepper and yellow onion to the skillet, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

• 6

  Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet, sprinkling them evenly with the Cajun seasoning and black pepper.

• 7

  Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until they are pink, opaque, and slightly charred on the edges.

• 8

  Spoon the warm cheddar grits into a bowl and top with the sautéed Cajun shrimp and vegetable mixture.

• 9

  Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.