In a large stockpot bring grits and water to boil. Then turn to simmer

Slice peppers and remove seeds. Then slice onion.

Preheat skillet to medium high heat and add 2tbsp of olive oil

Saute peppers and onion for 5-7 min. Then set them aside in a bowl.

Add one tbsp of butter to preheated skillet and add shrimp and sliced sausage. Stirring as needed until shrimp is cooked through. Set aside in bowl.

Prepare creole (etouffe') mix in skillet according to directions.

Add a cup or so of the cream cheese to mix and the cup of milk

Bring to light boil then add shrimp, sausage, peppers, and onions. Reduce heat to simmer.

Add cayenne, garlic powder, and hot sauce if desired

Once grits are done. Add as much butter as desired, cheddar cheese, and some of the cream cheese

Then add the salt and black pepper ( consider paprika too) to the grits

Once creole base has reached desired consistency remove from heat.

Plate the grits and pour creole base over the top. Enjoy! And please post pictures!!