#shrimpgrits

These bite-sized treats are a tasty take on the classic Shrimp & Grits. They have a crunchy outside and a creamy, cheesy inside, with Cajun-seasoned shrimp on top.

Ingredients: 1 cup quick-cooking grits. 4 cups water. 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese. 1/2 cup cooked shrimp, chopped. 1/4 cup diced bell pepper. 1/4 cup diced onion. 1 clove garlic, minced. 1/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning. 1/4 cup breadcrumbs. 2 tablespoons olive oil.

Instructions: Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Slowly add the grits and turn down the heat. Stirring every now and then, cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until it gets thick. Once it's cool, add the cheddar cheese and stir it in until it melts. Place the grits mixture on a baking sheet and put it in the fridge for about 30 minutes, or until it gets firm. Warm the oven up to 190C 375F. Put olive oil in a pan and heat it over medium-low heat. When you add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper, cook them until they get soft. Add the chopped shrimp and Cajun seasoning and stir them in. Cook until the shrimp are fully heated through. Make bite-sized squares out of the cold grits and cover each one in breadcrumbs. Coat grits squares and put them on a baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are golden and crispy. Put the shrimp mix on top of the baked grits squares. Have fun!

Prep Time: 45 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

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