Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F

Step 2

Place prepared shrimp on a lined baking sheet.

Step 3

In a small bowl, use a whisk to combine the salt, crushed red pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Use this seasoning blend to generously season shrimp on both sides.

Step 4

Place shrimp into the oven and cook for 15 minutes.

Step 5

Remove and squeeze lemon juice over the shrimp

Step 6

Wash the cauliflower. Remove the leaves/stem.

Step 7

Break the cauliflower down into smaller florets and place into a pot.

Step 8

To the pot containing the cauliflower, add the chicken broth. Allow the liquid to come to a boil. Continue cooking until the cauliflower is soft to the touch with a fork.

Step 9

Reduce the heat and use the immersion blender to blend the softened cauliflower until smooth.

Step 10

Stir in the salt, cheese, butter and heavy cream. Stir well ensuring the ingredients are evenly incorporated. Taste the grits for texture and salt balance. They should be creamy and smooth, if not, continue blending with the immersion blender. Add additional salt as needed.

Step 11

Cover the pot with a lid, and allow the grits to continue cooking for an additional ten minutes over medium-low heat.