Shrimp and Grits Casserole
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Shrimp and Grits Casserole

Creamy cheese grits baked with seasoned shrimp and bacon - a Lowcountry favorite transformed into an easy casserole.

50 min
8 servings

Prep Time

20m

Cook Time

30m

Servings

8

Difficulty

Medium

Nutrition Per Serving

fat

38

carbs

28

fiber

2

protein

35

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Ingredients

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  • 4 cups cooked cheese grits
  • 1.5 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
  • Green onions for garnish

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

2

Cook bacon until crispy, remove and set aside.

3

Sauté bell pepper and onion in bacon fat until soft.

4

Add garlic and cook 1 minute.

5

Season shrimp with Cajun seasoning and add to skillet.

6

Cook 2-3 minutes until just pink. Remove from heat.

7

Mix grits with cream, 1 cup cheese, and hot sauce.

8

Spread grits in prepared baking dish.

9

Top with shrimp mixture and bacon. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.

10

Bake 25-30 minutes until bubbly. Garnish with green onions.

Chef's Comfy Tip

This casserole is perfect for entertaining - you can assemble it ahead and just pop it in the oven when guests arrive.

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