Cheesy Shrimp on Grits - Crock Pot Recipe |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 240 Minutes |
Ready In: 255 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This is an excellent dish!!! Found this recipe in the Crock Pot recipe collection it is yummy...Give it a try will not disappoint :) Ingredients:
1 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped |
1 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped |
1/2 cup celery, finely sliced |
1 bunch green onion, chopped, divided |
4 tablespoons butter, cubed |
1 1/4 teaspoons seafood seasoning |
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper |
1 lb uncooked shrimp, peeled, deveined and cleaned |
5 1/3 cups water |
1 1/3 cups quick-cooking grits |
8 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese |
1/4 cup whipping cream or 1/4 cup half-and-half cream |
Directions:
1. Coat 4 1/2 qt crock pot with nonstick cooking spray. Add bell peppers, celery, all but 1/2 cup of green onions, butter, seafood seasoning, and red pepper. Cover and cook on LOW 4 hrs or on High 2 hours.
2. Turn crock pot to HIGH. Add shrimp. Cover. cook 15 minutes longer. Meanwhile, bring water to boil in medium saucepan. Add grits and cook according to package.
3. Stir in cheese, cream and remaining 1/2 cup green onions. Cook 5 minutes longer or until cheese has melted. Serve over grits.
4. VARIATION: Also delicious served over polenta.
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