Smokey Shrimp and Grits Casserole Recipe | Say Mmm

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup vidalia onion (or other sweet onion), diced
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon chipotle chile in adobo sauce, minced
• 2 1/2 cups water
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup old fashioned grits (do not use instant!)
• 6 ounces smoked cheese (gouda, cheddar or fontina), shredded
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 4 scallions, thinly sliced
• 1 1/2 pound large (16-20 count) shrimp, peeled and deveined