Shrimp and Cheddar Grits

• 4 cups water
• 2 cups uncooked quick grits
• 6 ounces raw chopped shrimp
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 tablespoons butter (1/2 stick)
• 4 tablespoons sliced scallions (5 to 6 scallions)
• 2 tablespoons diced tomatoes (about 1 plum tomato)
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro plus several small sprigs for garnish
• 4 ounces shredded Cheddar
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1. Bring water to a boil.
2. Add grits, chopped shrimp, reduce heat to low and cook until grits are soft, about 5 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and stir in butter, scallions, tomatoes, cilantro, and cheese.
4. Season, to taste, with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

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Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/robert-irvine/shrimp-and-cheddar-grits-recipe.html (may not work)