Smoked Gouda Cheese Grits & BBQ Shrimp

Ingredients

• 4 beaten eggs
• 1/2 cup half & half
• 8 ounces smoked gouda shredded
• 8 ounces sharp cheddar shredded
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 cups grits quick cook
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1/4 stick butter
• 2 pounds shrimp large Gulf, in their shells
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 3 bay leaves
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 2 cups water
• 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 cup chardonnay
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons butter melted
• 3 tablespoons Creole seasoning
• chopped chives for garnish, optional