Shrimp n Grits Breakfast

1 lb medium-size raw shrimp                         3 C chicken broth

1 tsp salt                                                                1/4 tsp red pepper

1 C uncooked regular grits                              1/2 C butter

3 large eggs, lightly beaten                            2 cloves minced garlic

1 red bell pepper, diced                                    Old Bay Seasoning*

1 C fine bread crumbs, garlic & herb            1 C grated Parmesan

1 C chopped green onions

* or Zatarain’s liquid crab boil

Devein shrimp, if desired.  Sprinkle with garlic and Old Bay Seasoning or 1/4 tsp Zatarain’s crab boil.  Let marinate.

Bring broth and salt & pepper to boil; whisk in grits and return to boil; reduce heat to low, stirring in butter.  Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.

Remove from heat.

Stir together eggs, bell pepper, breadcrumbs, green onions & cheese in a large bowl.  Gradually add one-fourth of the hot grits to egg mixture.  Then add egg mixture to remaining grits, stirring constantly.  Add shrimp until well blended.

Bake at 325 for 1 hour or until mixture is set. Let stand for 10 minutes.  Serves 6.

A delightful change for breakfast Christmas Morning!!  Enjoy.

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