INGREDIENTS
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1 lb medium shrimp, shells left on
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6 cups water
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1 teaspoon salt, divided
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3/4 cup white grits
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3 tablespoons butter
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6 oz pepper Jack soft block cheese, cubed
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1/2 lb chorizo sausage, casings removed
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3 tablespoons olive oil, optional
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1 1/2 cups Vidalia onion, chopped
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1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped into 3/4-inch pieces
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1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
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1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
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2 green onions, chopped, plus more for garnish
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3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
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1/8 teaspoon black pepper