Description
Shrimp & Grits Casserole is a delightful and comforting dish that combines the rich flavors of shrimp with creamy grits, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup grits
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a pot, bring water to a boil and add grits, cooking until thickened.
- Stir in butter, milk, and cheese until melted and smooth.
- In a skillet, sauté shrimp with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until pink.
- Combine the shrimp with the grits mixture and fold in green onions.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using chicken broth instead of water for the grits.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Shrimp & Grits Casserole, Comfort Food, Southern Cuisine