Spicy Shrimp and Grits Casserole with Gouda Cheese

Prep Time:

15 Minutes

Cook Time:

50 Minutes

Serves:

4 Servings

Level:

Beginner

Spicy Shrimp and Grits Casserole featuring tender shrimp, creamy Gouda cheese grits, and bold Southern seasonings, baked to golden perfection.

Timoteo's Spicy Shrimp and Grits Casserole with Gouda Cheese is Arizona's most perfect comfort food made into an easy to make and make-ahead casserole!

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter - plus more for baking dish

1 bunch scallions - white and light-green part only, chopped

½ large red bell pepper - chopped

1 jalapeño pepper - seeded if desired, finely chopped

1 tsp Timoteo's Black Scorpion Rub

2 cloves garlic - minced

1 can (10-ounce) diced tomatoes with green chiles - drained

2 cups chicken broth

⅔ cup quick-cooking grits - not instant

Salt and freshly ground black pepper - to taste

1 pound large shrimp - 16-20 count, peeled, deveined and cooked

2 slices bacon - cooked and crumbled

1 large egg - beaten

1 ¼ cups shredded Gouda cheese - divided

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Butter an 8 x 8 baking dish or another similar-sized baking dish. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat butter over medium-high heat in a large saucepan. Add the scallion, red bell pepper and jalapeño pepper.

Step 3

Reduce heat to medium, cook 4-5 minutes or until beginning to soften. Stir in garlic, diced tomatoes with chiles and chicken broth.

Step 3

Bring to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Stir continuously until mixture returns to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes or until thickened.

Step 4

Remove from heat and cool slightly. Season to taste with salt and black pepper and Timoteo's Black Scorpion Rub.

Step 5

Stir in shrimp, bacon, egg and 1 cup cheese. Transfer to prepared baking dish.

Step 6

Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until heated through and bubbling. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving.