Cauliflower Grits with Gouda Cheese and Blackened Shrimp

INGREDIENTS

BLACKENING MIX

2 tbsp

smoked paprika

1 tbsp

sweet paprika

1 tbsp

garlic powder

1 tbsp

onion powder

1 tbsp

freshly ground black pepper

1 1/2 tsp

dry mustard

1 1/2 tsp

dried thyme

1 1/2 tsp

dried oregano

1 tsp

cayenne pepper, or to taste

1 tsp

salt (kosher or sea)

CAULIFLOWER GRITS

large head cauliflower

2 tbsp

unsalted butter

bunch scallions, white and light green part only

1 cup

chicken broth

4 oz

reduced-fat cream cheese (whipped or regular), room temperature

4 oz

Gouda cheese, shredded (approximately 1 cup)

salt and freshly ground black pepper

1/4 cup

chopped fresh parsley

3 tbsp

olive oil (or as needed)

1 lb

jumbo shrimp (16-20 ct)