INGREDIENTS
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1 pound medium shrimp (25 to 30 count), peeled and deveined
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11/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, divided
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1/4 cup minced shallots
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1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
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1/2 cup equal parts finely diced carrots, celery, and onions (mirepoix)
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1/2 cup blond verjus or cider vinegar
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1 cup seeded and finely diced tomatoes
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31/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
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2 cups McEwen and Sons Yellow Stone-Ground Grits
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1/4 cup thinly sliced country ham, julienned
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, for garnish