Oven-Baked Shrimp & Grits

Ingredients

1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth
1 cup quick-cooking grits
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
2 garlic cloves, minced

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°.

In a 13×9-in. or 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, combine broth and grits.

Bake, uncovered, until liquid is absorbed and grits are tender, 30-35 minutes.

Stir in tomatoes, Monterey Jack cheese and 1/2 cup cheddar cheese.

Bake, uncovered, until heated through, about 10 minutes.

Sprinkle with pepper and remaining cheese; let stand 5 minutes.

In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute green pepper and onion until tender, 6-8 minutes.

Add shrimp and garlic; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes.

Spoon over grits.