Easy Cheesy Shrimp & Grits

Total Time: 20 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 1/2 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tablespoon old bay seasoning (optional)
• 3 cups water
• 1 cup quick-cooking grits
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 4 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes

Recipe

• 1 boil shrimp. use old bay seasoning in water to add additional flavor. 3-5 minutes in boiling water is usually plenty of time. overcooking makes them tough. set shrimp aside.
• 2 boil 3 cups water. add grits, reduce heat to medium=low and cover. cook 5-7 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. remove from heat.
• 3 add remaining ingredients to grits and stir to melt cheese.
• 4 dish grits into individual bowls and top with shrimp.