Shrimp and Grits Recipe

Ingredients

• 8 large eggs
• 10.33 cups heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 2 ounces)
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil, for frying
• 12 precooked large shrimp, preferably with tails on 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herb of choice, for garnish (optional)

1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, and salt.
2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the egg mixture to the pan and cook until the mixture thickens and small curds form, all the while scraping the bottom of the pan and stirring to keep large curds from forming. (A whisk works well for this.) This will take about 8 minutes.
3. Once the curds form and the mixture has thickened, add the cheese and stir until well combined. Cover the pan and move it to the back of the stove to keep the grits warm.
4. Heat a large skillet over high heat. Add the oil and, when very hot, season the shrimp with a sprinkle of salt and add them to the pan. Sear for about 20 seconds per side.
5. Place the grits in a serving bowl and top with the seared shrimp. Sprinkle with chopped herbs, if desired, and serve.