Southern Shrimp and Cheese Grits

Begin by heating water in a large saucepan over high heat, waiting for it to reach its boiling point. Next, gradually incorporate the grits into the water using a whisk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Once the mixture has started to thicken and become tender, reduce the heat to a lower setting, approximately medium-low, and continue to cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring every now and then.

During this time, blend the grits with a combination of three types of cheese - farmers cheese, goat cheese, and American cheese - until the cheese has fully melted. Remove the cooked grits from the heat source and keep them warm, ready to be used in future steps.

Meanwhile, melt a combination of butter and vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced tomatoes, 2 green onions, and minced garlic to the hot skillet and cook until the vegetables have reached their desired level of tenderness, approximately 5-7 minutes. Stir in some bacon drippings to combine them with the vegetables.

Next, add cooked shrimp to the skillet and stir until they have turned bright pink in color. Season with salt and black pepper according to personal preference.

Mix the cooked grits into the shrimp mixture, then blend in half-and-half until a smooth consistency is achieved. Continue to simmer this new mixture for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Finally, add a splash of sherry and simmer for an additional 3 minutes before making any final adjustments to the seasoning.

Before serving, garnish with the green tops of 1 green onion and present to your guests.