SHRIMP GRAVY RECIPES

Steps:

• For the grits: Bring the milk, salt, butter and 6 cups water to a boil over medium heat in a heavy-bottomed pot. Slowly pour in the grits, stirring constantly. Reduce the heat and continue to stir for several minutes to make sure the grits do not scorch. Continue to cook the grits for about 20 to 25 minutes, stirring frequently. Keep warm until ready to serve. If they become too thick, add warm water or milk to thin.
• For the tasso gravy: Cook the leeks in 1 tablespoon butter in a medium saucepan until soft. Add the chili powder, paprika, basil, oregano, black pepper, seasoning salt, thyme, garlic and seafood seasoning, stirring to release the flavors. Add the clam juice and tomato juice and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the half-and-half and simmer for 10 minutes. Make a roux with the flour and the 3 tablespoons melted butter in a small bowl. Slowly add it to the gravy mixture, stirring vigorously. Keep stirring until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and add ham.
• For the shrimp: Saute the shrimp in the butter in a large saute pan until they start to turn pink. Add the tasso gravy and simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.
• To serve: Top each plate with some grits and spoon the shrimp and tasso gravy over the top. Serve immediately.

Steps:

• Add olive oil to the Instant Pot. Using the display panel select the SAUTE function.
• When oil gets hot, add meat and onions. Brown the meat on all sides, 4-5 minutes.
• Add broth and wine to the pot and deglaze by using a wooden spoon to scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
• Add mushrooms and stir to combine. Add a steam rack or riser on top of the mushrooms. (Use the one that came with your pot,)
• Place potato cubes into a steamer basket and place basket on the steam rack or riser.
• Turn the pot off by selecting CANCEL, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
• Using the display panel select the MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 15 minutes.
• When the time is up, quick-release the pressure.
• Carefully remove the potatoes to a bowl. Add butter, sour cream and salt and mash to desired consistency.
• Remove steam rack or riser and stir in worcestershire.
• In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of pot liquid and cornstarch. Stir into the pot until thickened, returning to SAUTE mode as needed. Adjust seasonings.
• Serve beef and mushrooms over mashed potatoes. Garnish with chopped italian parsley (optional)