Cajun Veggies and Grits

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5 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

3/4 cup quick grits 

1 1/2 cups grated Monterey Jack cheese 

1 1/2 cups grated sharp Cheddar 

4 ounces cream cheese 

4 tablespoons salted butter

1 tablespoon olive oil 

4 ounces button mushrooms, halved 

1 large zucchini, cut into bite-size chunks 

1 ear corn, kernels removed 

1 red onion, cut into bite-size chunks 

1 red bell pepper, chopped 

1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped 

1 1/2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, plus more as needed

1 tablespoon tomato paste 

Hot sauce, as needed 

Freshly ground black pepper

Juice of 1/2 lemon 

3 scallions, sliced, for garnish