Shrimp-And-Grits Eggs Benedict Recipe

Name: Shrimp-And-Grits Eggs Benedict
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups water; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 1 pound fresh asparagus; 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon butter or margarine; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 8 large eggs, poached; Garnish: freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

5 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 pound fresh asparagus
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
8 large eggs, poached
Garnish: freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1
Bring 5 cups water and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan; gradually stir in grits. Cook over medium heat 8 minutes or until thickened. Whisk in pepper and cheese; spoon into a lightly greased 11- x 7-inch baking dish. Cover and chill 8 hours.
2
Snap off tough ends of asparagus. Combine asparagus and water to cover in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, and cook 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and plunge asparagus into ice water to stop the cooking process.
3
Cut grits into 8 (3- x 3-inch) squares. Lightly dredge in flour. Melt butter with oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Cook grits squares, in batches, 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden. Top each square with asparagus, poached egg, and Creamy Shrimp Sauce. Serve immediately. Garnish, if desired.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and more.

Yes, Shrimp-And-Grits Eggs Benedict falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Shrimp-And-Grits Eggs Benedict

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