BAKED SHRIMPS

BAKED  SHRIMPS:
INGREDIENTS:      (serves 6-8)

1.4  kg  shrimps (21-25), peeled and deveined
600  g  crispy and chopped beef ham
2  tbsp  minced garlic
200  g butter, melted

For cooked grits:
2  cups  each, water and milk
2  tbsp  each, cream and butter
1  tbsp  salt
1  cup  grits (coarsely ground corn)

METHOD:

• In a large casserole (about 28 by 38 centimetres), place shrimps in a single layer. Top with remaining ingredients. Place the casserole in the oven and cook just until shrimps are opaque and firm, about 15-25 minutes. Serve shrimp over cooked grits.
• To cook grits, mix together water, milk, butter and salt in a large stock pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in grits. Simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Remove from heat, stir in cream and serve immediately.