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Oven-Baked Blackened Catfish & Savory Cheese Grits
- Yield: 4 Servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 1 pound U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish Fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Savory Cheese Grits
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup half-and-half
- ¾ cup quick grits
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1⁄8 teaspoon paprika
- 1⁄8 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1⁄8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
- ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- PREHEAT oven to 375° F.
- CREATE a spice rub by combining paprika, salt, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, thyme, oregano and garlic powder.
- LINE a sheet pan with foil and lightly brush with olive oil.
- PAT fillets dry. Brush with olive oil.
- RUB both sides of fillets with spice rub.
- PLACE serving side up on oiled pan and bake 15 to 20 minutes or until nicely browned.
- SERVE with Savory Cheese Grits
Savory Cheese Grits
- BRING chicken broth, water and half-and-half to a boil over medium-high heat. Gradually whisk in grits. Reduce heat to medium-low and cover. Cook 5 to 7 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Add remaining ingredients, stirring until well blended. Remove from heat. Allow to cool slightly.
