Cajun Fish & Grits

• Easy Cajun Fish( I never measure the spice ingredients. Season only one side generously)
• 2 tilapia fillets, thawed
• Olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• Wine Pairing
• salt
• Cajun seasoning
• Old bay seasoning
• Parsley
• Black pepper
• Onion powder (optional)
• Oregano (optional)
• Butter
• Savory Grits
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup half n half
• 1/2 cup grits (5-minute Quick Cooking Grits)
• 1-2 Tablespoons butter
• 1/8 teaspoon paprika
• 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese
• 2 dashes hot sauce
• salt to taste

1. Brush thawed fillets with olive oil.
2. Top with fresh minced garlic and a sprinkling of salt.
3. Sprinkle generously with Cajun seasoning, Old Bay Seasoning, parsley, & black pepper.
4. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
5. Add fish to skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes. Cooking time will depend on the thickness of the fish. Flip fish & cook for 2-3 minutes until fish is firm and flaky.
6. While cooking, season the other side with onion powder and a little bit of oregano if desired.
7. Add a thin slice of butter on top of fish.
8. When fish is firm and flaky it's done.
9. Place on a plate and cover with foil to keep the fish warm.
10. In a saucepan, add chicken broth, water and half n half.
11. Bring to a boil.
12. Add the grits slowly while whisking. Continue whisking while adding all the grits.
13. Reduce heat to low.
14. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
15. Stir the grits frequently while cooking.
16. Remove from heat and stir in butter.
17. Stir in paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, & white pepper.
18. Stir in cheddar cheese.
19. Add some salt if desired.
20. Add a few drops of hot sauce.
21. Serve immediately.

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Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/cajun-fish-grits-52610231 (may not work)