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Cajun-Style Shrimp and Grits

Name: Cajun-Style Shrimp and Grits
Yield: Serves 6 (serving size: 1/2 cup grits, 6 shrimp, about 3 tablespoons ham mixture, and 4 teaspoons green onions)
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 ounces tasso ham, minced (1/2 cup); 1 cup chopped onion; 1 garlic clove, minced; 36 medium shrimp, peeled (about 1 1/4 pounds); 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning; 2 1/4 cups water, divided; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 cup fat-free milk; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits; 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 1 cup); 1/2 cup sliced green onions

COOK TIME : a few secondsPREP TIME : a few seconds

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At Castaways Raw Bar and Grill on Holden Beach in North Carolina, they serve up huge portions of spicy shrimp and grits. This version is inspired by theirsâ€”zesty with green onions and tasso ham, with a generous dose of Cajun spice.

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