Garlic Shrimp And Grits - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb medium shrimp, unpeeled and cooked
3 cups water
1 cup whipping cream
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup quick-cooking grits, uncooked
1 cup shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
Garnishes
chopped fresh chives, peeled and
cooked shrimp
fresh ground black pepper

Preparation

Peel shrimp, and devein, if desired.
Bring 3 cups water, cream, butter, and salt to a boil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
Reduce heat to medium, and whisk in grits. Cook, whisking constantly, 7 to 8 minutes or until mixture is smooth.
Stir in 1 pound shrimp, cheese, and garlic, and cook 1 to 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
Garnish, if desired.