CAROLINA SHRIMP & CHEDDAR GRITS

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Shrimp and grits are a house favorite-if only we could agree on a recipe. I stirred things up with cheddar and Cajun seasoning to find a winner. -Charlotte Price, Raleigh, North Carolina

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup uncooked stone-ground grits
1 large garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups water
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 pound peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (31-40 per pound)
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
4 green onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
4 teaspoons lemon juice
2 to 3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning

Steps:

  • Place the first five ingredients in a 3-qt. slow cooker; stir to combine. Cook, covered, on high 2-1/2-3 hours or until water is absorbed and grits are tender, stirring every 45 minutes., Stir in cheese and butter until melted. Stir in remaining ingredients; cook, covered, on high 15-30 minutes or until heated through.

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