Buttery Shrimp and Cheesy Grits
Serves 8

SHRIMP
1/2 cup butter 
1/4 cup olive oil 
3 pounds medium shrimp, peeled 
2 cloves garlic, minced 
1 cup chopped green onion 
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped parsley 
1/2 teaspoon salt 
1 teaspoon pepper 
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 
1/2 teaspoon paprika 
1/4 teaspoon dried basil, thyme and oregano, crumbled 
1 tablespoon lemon juice 

In a large saucepan, melt butter and oil over medium heat.  Add shrimp and sauté until just pink.  Stir in all other ingredients and seasonings. Simmer about 10 minutes.  Mixture will be saucy.   Serve a scoop of grits surrounded with shrimp and sauce.  

GRITS: 
2 tablespoons butter 
1 cup grated Cheddar cheese (optional).  Also consider using 8 ounces of garlic flavored cheese spread, like Boursin

Prepare grits according to package directions for 8 servings.   In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add butter and cheese.  Cook until cheese melts.   Serve hot.