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shrimp and grits casserole

★★★★★ 1
a recipe by
Joyce Lowery
Sterlington, LA

A true Southern fantasy dream come true! Shrimp and grits in the same dish. I got the idea from a friend at work, Sheryl.

★★★★★ 1
serves 8
prep time 30 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For shrimp and grits casserole

  • 2 lb
    peeled shrimp
  • 1/4 c
    lemon juice
  • 1 tsp
    tony chachere seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    black pepper
  • 1 can
    cream of mushroom soup
  • 1
    small can mushroom pieces, drained
  • 1 c
    chopped onion
  • 1/4 c
    chopped bell pepper
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    minced garlic
  • 3 Tbsp
    chopped parsley
  • 3
    chopped green onions
  • 2 c
    whipping cream
  • 2 c
    chicken broth
  • 2 c
    grits, uncooked
  • 3 oz
    cream cheese, cubed
  • 1 stick
    margarine
  • 8 oz
    shredded cheddar cheese

How To Make shrimp and grits casserole

  • 1
    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • 2
    Soak shrimp in lemon juice.
  • 3
    Saute onion, bell pepper, garlic and mushrooms in butter until tender.
  • 4
    In another saucepan, combine whipping cream and chicken broth.
  • 5
    Bring to a slow boil. Gradually whisk in the grits. Cook five minutes or until thick. Stir constantly.
  • 6
    Remove from heat and add cream cheese, cheddar cheese, parsley, green onions, sauteed vegetables and the shrimp soaked in lemon juice.
  • 7
    Spoon into a casserole dish sprayed with cooking spray. Bake for 30 minutes until shrimp is pink and the casserole is hot.
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