Creamy Dreamy Shrimp Grits Southern Comfort Elevated

Ingredients

• 4 cups (950ml) water
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) salt
• 1 cup (180g) stone-ground grits (not instant)
• 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
• 4 tablespoons (57g) unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup (50g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup (20g) grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon (1g) black pepper
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
• 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) Cajun seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon (1g) cayenne pepper (optional)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken broth (low sodium)
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter, cold, cut into small pieces
• 2 tablespoons (10g) chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
• Salt and pepper to taste