Cheesy Grits and Shrimp

2 cups chicken stock/broth divided
2 cups whole milk
3 tablespoons butter divided
3/4 cup stone-ground grits
1/2 to 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
Jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
Salt & black pepper to taste

1. Bring the chicken broth, the milk, 3 tablespoons of the butter, and a pinch of salt to a gentle boil in a medium sized pot. Add the grits and whisk together. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until grits are fully cooked, soft, and creamy, whisking as it cooks.
 2. Rinse the shrimp with cold water and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.
When grits are finished cooking, remove from heat and stir in the cheese until melted.
Serve the shrimp mixture over the grits.

~Carol~