Grits with Tomatoes and Shrimp Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 cups water
2 cups milk
1 tbsp butter
2 tsp salt
1 cup grits
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
1 tbsp butter
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 cup white wine
4 bay leaves
1 (28 oz) can whole tomatoes, seeded and chopped , juices reserved
1 pinch cayenne pepper , to taste
1/4 cup loosely-packed fresh herb, chopped , oregano , thyme , parsley
1 tbsp butter
1 lb shrimp, shells removed
salt & freshly ground black pepper
shaved parmigiano-reggiano cheese (to garnish )

Directions:

Grits: In a saucepan bring to boil the water, milk, butter and salt; add grits and reduce heat to a simmer; cook, stirring frequently, 15-20 minutes or until it is smooth, thick and falls easily from a spoon.
Add cream and cheese, stir to combine, cover tightly and set aside if need be.
Tomatoes: Meanwhile saute onions and garlic in butter until translucent, 2-3 minutes; add wine and cook until pan is dry, 2-3 minutes; add bay leaves, tomatoes and juice, and cayenne; reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes, until tomatoes have broken down and mixture is slightly thickened.
Remove from heat, add herbs and cover; set aside.
Shrimp: In a skillet over medium-high heat, saute shrimp with butter, salt and pepper until done.
To Serve: Spoon grits into a soup plate, ladle with tomatoes and arrange shrimp over the top; garnish with cheese shavings.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	667.35 Kcal (2794 kJ)
Calories from fat	305.24 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	33.92g	52%
Cholesterol	101.68mg	34%
Sodium	2521.84mg	105%
Potassium	427.26mg	9%
Total Carbs	72.99g	24%
Sugars	8g	32%
Dietary Fiber	3.81g	15%
Protein	16.77g	34%
Vitamin C	3.8mg	6%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	4%
Iron	2.4mg	13%
Calcium	222.4mg	22%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	136.62 Kcal (572 kJ)
Calories from fat	62.49 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	6.94g	52%
Cholesterol	20.81mg	34%
Sodium	516.27mg	105%
Potassium	87.47mg	9%
Total Carbs	14.94g	24%
Sugars	1.64g	32%
Dietary Fiber	0.78g	15%
Protein	3.43g	34%
Vitamin C	0.8mg	6%
Iron	0.5mg	13%
Calcium	45.5mg	22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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