Shrimp and cheese grits are a favorite in our house.  Watch how easy it is to make.  Tip: double the grit recipe tonight so that there is some left over for the morning to enjoy with a couple of fried eggs.

Ingredients:

1 1/2 lbs of large frozen shrimp, thawed, peeled and deveined

1 cup of flour

salt and pepper to taste

2 Tbsp of vegetable oil

1 small bunch of green onion

10 oz of sliced mushrooms

1 cup of chicken broth

3-4 Tbsp of hot sauce

1 lemon

4 cups of water

1 cup of hominy grits

1 cup of mild cheese (processed melts better)

Wash and pat dry the shrimp.  Dredge in flour and set aside.

In a large skillet over medium heat saute mushrooms in oil.  Cook 3 minutes.  Add onion.  Cook 2 more minutes.  Add shrimp. Cook until the shrimp turn pink.  Add broth, hot sauce and lemon juice.  Simmer 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to boil.  Add grits.  Stir and lower heat to simmer.  Cover and cook 5 minutes.  Add cheese and stir until combine.

To serve, scoop a big spoonful of the cheese grits on a plate.  Top with shrimp mixture and drizzle with sauce.