Shrimp and Grits

Ingredients

• 2 pounds frozen, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 cup butter or margarine
• 2 garlic cloves, pressed
• 1 cup chicken broth, divided
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce
• 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
• Hot cooked grits

Preparation

1. Thaw shrimp according to package directions.
2. Combine Cajun seasoning, Italian seasoning, and paprika; toss together seasoning mixture and shrimp.
3. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; add garlic, and saute 1 minute. Add shrimp, 3/4 cup broth, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce; cook 5 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink. Remove shrimp with a slotted spoon, reserving broth mixture in skillet.
4. Whisk together remaining 1/4 cup chicken broth and flour until blended; whisk flour mixture into broth mixture in skillet, and cook, whisking constantly, 2 to 3 minutes or until thickened. Add shrimp, and cook 1 minute. Serve immediately over grits.