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If you like GRITS, then you need to try this.

glenda_al
14 years ago

I made this for my after Christmas family brunch. Big time hit.

Shrimp & Grits Casserole


4 C Chicken broth

1/2 t Salt

1 C Grits (not instant)

1 C Sharp Cheddar Cheese - shredded *USED 2 cups finely shredded fiesta blend

1 C Pepper Jack Cheese - shredded

2 T Butter

6 Green onions, chopped (reserve some for garnish)

1 Green or Red bell pepper, chopped **did not use

1 Garlic clove, minced

2 lbs Shrimp, shelled and cooked (reserve a few for garnishing your plated dish) **did not save any for garnish **used 1 lb medium which was plenty

1 (10 oz) can Rotel, drained ***used mild rotel

1/4 t Pepper

1/2 lb bacon, cooked & coarsely chopped **used less and only for garnish. The bacon MADE this dish! GOTTA HAVE

Bring chicken broth to a boil and then add grits and cover until cooked. (Follow directions on bag of grits.)

Add 3/4 C of cheddar cheese and all of pepper jack cheese.

Saute green onion, green (or red) bell pepper, and garlic in butter.

Stir together green onion mixture, tomatoes, grits, shrimp, and the rest of the ingredients except for the remaining cheese.

Pour into 2 qt baking dish.

Bake at 350 degrees F for 30-45 minutes or until bubbling. Once plated, garnish with reserved shrimp, chopped bacon, and remaining shredded cheese.

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