SHRIMP AND CHEDDAR GRITS

Shrimp and Cheddar Grits image

Number Of Ingredients 10

14 ounces reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cups water
3/4 cup quick grits
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided
3/4 cup exra-sharp or sharp Cheddar cheese
1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 bunch scallions, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Position rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler.
Bring broth and water to a boil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Whisk in grits and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 5 to 7 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in cheese. Cover to keep warm.
Meanwhile, toss shrimp, scallions, oil, garlic powder, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper and salt in a medium bowl. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet.
Broil, stirring once, until the shrimp are pink and just cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes. Serve the grits topped with the broiled shrimp and scallions.