Whiskey Jerked Shrimp & Grits

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Raw Shrimp
• 4 Tbsp Whiskey
• 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
• 2 Tbsp Butter
• 2 Tbsp Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
• 1 Tbsp Caribbean Jerk Seasoning
• 2 tsp Kosher Salt
• 2 tsp Pepper
• 2 1/2 cups Chicken Stock
• cup uncooked stone-ground yellow grits
• garlic clove, pressed
• 1/2 cup of heavy cream
• 1/3 cup (1.3 ounces) reduced-fat shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• Green Onions for garnish

Directions:

1. Combine stock, grits, garlic and cream  in a 4-quart saucepan.
2. Bring to a boil; partially cover, reduce heat, and simmer 19 minutes or until thick, stirring occasionally.
3. Add Cheese.
4. In a medium bowl, add shrimp, Caribbean jerk seasoning, whiskey, lemon juice, salt & pepper. Mix together and let sit for 20 minutes.
5. In a sauté pan, add olive oil & heat pan to medium heat.
6. Add butter to the pan
7. Add the shrimp.
8. Cook the shrimp for 4 minutes