CHEESY SHRIMP & GRITS CASSEROLE

Cheesy Shrimp & Grits Casserole image

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories Cheese

Time 1h20m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup regular grits
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided (4 ounces)
1 cup shredded monterey jack pepper cheese (4 ounces)
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
6 green onions, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 lb fresh small shrimp, peeled and cooked
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.8, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 85.3, Sodium 997.1, Carbohydrate 15.7, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1, Protein 15.4