Easy Cheesy Shrimp Grits

Description

I married a low-country man and he introduced me to shrimp & grits. I enjoy many varioations but my sons both like this simpel version and it's easy to whip up for dinner! I serve this with a salad.

Ingredients

• Shrimp
• Old Bay Seasoning
• Water
• Quick-cooking Grits
• Salt
• Garlic Powder
• Cheddar Cheese
• Red Pepper Flakes

Instructions

1. Boil shrimp
2. Use old bay seasoning in water to add additional flavor
3. 3-5 minutes in boiling water is usually plenty of time
4. Overcooking makes them tough
5. Set shrimp aside
6. Boil 3 cups water
7. Add grits, reduce heat to medium=low and cover
8. Cook 5-7 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally
9. Remove from heat
10. Add remaining ingredients to grits and stir to melt cheese
11. Dish grits into individual bowls and top with shrimp