Shrimp and Grits Casserole
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup regular grits
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 cup shredded monterey jack pepper cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 6 green onions, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced (or one heaping tsp garlic from jar)
- 1 lb fresh small shrimp, peeled and cooked
- 1 (10 ounce) can Rotel, drained
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- Bring 4 cups chicken broth and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in a large saucepan; stir in grits. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes. Stir together grits, 3/4 cup Cheddar cheese, and Monterey Jack cheese. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; add green onions, bell pepper, and garlic, and sauté 5 minutes or until tender. Stir together green onion mixture, grits mixture, shrimp, and next 3 ingredients. Pour into a lightly greased 2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle top with remaining 1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese. Bake at 350° for 30 to 45 minutes.
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