Jack Fry's Shrimp And Grits With Red Eye Gravy

Nutrition

Ingredients

Directions

1. 1

   To make grits: in a 3-quart saucepan combine the grits , milk and whipping cream

2. 2

   Over medium heat , bring to a low boil

3. 3

   Reduce heat to low and simmer stirring frequently , until grits are creamy - about 10 minute

4. 4

   Whisk in the parmesan cheese and salt and pepper to taste

5. 5

   To make the gravy: in a large skillet over high heat , melt the butter

6. 6

   Add the ham and brown

7. 7

   Add the shitakes , onions , green peppers and fresh thyme

8. 8

   Saute until the onions become translucent

9. 9

   Add the wine , coffee , tomatoes , and hot sauce

10. 10

    Bring to a slight boil

11. 11

    Combine the cornstarch and chicken broth mixing until cornstarch is dissolved and no lumps

12. 12

    Stir the cornstarch mixture into the gravy

13. 13

    Reduce heat , and cook another couple of minute

14. 14

    To prepare shrimp: in a large skillet over high heat , melt 2-3 tbs of butter

15. 15

    Add the shrimp and cook until shrimp are just pink

16. 16

    Add the red-eye gravy

17. 17

    Finish the sauce with the remaining 1 tbs of butter stirred inches

18. 18

    To serve: divide the warm grits among 6 plates , and top each with a portion of shrimp and gravy

19. 19

    Garnish with freshly grated asiago cheese and chopped parsley