Diablo Shrimp and Grits for Joy

Yes, I know I have been away for a bit and there have been no new mouthwatering foods for you to check out.Tonite I will reverse that trend.My old buddy Joy had asked about shrimp and grits so, I guess this one is for her !! I call them Diablo, cause well, they can be really spicy, adjust the hot pepper down for a more wimpy version !! Please leave me comments and let me know how Im doing !!

Diablo Shrimp and Grits

1 pound large shrimp
1 large onion chopped
1 bell pepper chopped
1 bunch green onions chopped, save the greens for garnish
1 tsp chopped garlic
2 cups chicken broth
2 cup heavy cream
1 jalapeno pepper chopped fine
2 cups uncooked REAL grits (no instant allowed)
1 stick butter
Creole seasoning to taste
8oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Bring large pot of water to boil with a pinch of salt
add shrimp, let cook till pink (about 1 minute)
remove shrimp and reserve

Follow directions for grits
when creamy, add 1 cup cream and cheese
whisk till cheese is melted and grits are smooth
cover and keep warm

Melt butter
add flour (your making a roux, again)
stir,stir and stir
stir till roux is a peanut butter color
add all vegetables, cook till soft
add chicken broth and stir
add 1 cup of cream
salt pepper and creole seasoning to taste

to serve:
place grits in bottom of bowl
add 3to 4 shrimp
cover with the gravy
Enjoy!!
Be sure you have lots of french bread to sop up all the jucies !!