Step 1

Bring 4 cups water to a boil over high heat. Add salt to the water and stir in grits. Lower heat to medium-low and simmer until cooked, stirring frequently. Refer to package for cooking time. Slow cook take about 15-20 minutes, quick cook about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Remove from heat and stir in cheese. If grits thicken too much while preparing shrimp, you can stir a little additional water into the grits.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat.

Step 4

Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 1-2 minutes per side.

Step 5

Reduce heat to low, add in pesto sauce and cherry tomatoes. Cook until sauce is warmed.

Step 6

Serve immediately over grits.