Palmetto Cheese Shrimp and Grits

Ingredients

• 1 (11-ounce) container Palmetto Original Pimento Cheese
• 4 cups cooked and warmed grits or soft polenta
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 3/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 1/2 pound medium to large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup white wine, optional
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1/3 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, or more to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese