Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Lightly grease 13 x 9 pan.
In large saucepan, bring water and half an half to a boil.
Add the grits, reduce the heat and simmer
5-7 minutes, stirring constantly.
Stir in cheese, beaten egg, salt and pepper.
Pour the grits into the baking dish and bake 30 minutes.
In a large skillet, add the bacon grease and flour
and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Add the broth and cream, stirring until combined.
Cook for 5 minutes on low until thickened.
Add the bacon and the green onion.
Add the shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes until
the shrimp are pink and firm;
if you’re using precooked shrimp, add and simmer
until they are warm through.
Add the Creole Seasoning and stir.
Spoon the shrimp mixture over the grits in the baking dish.
Serve immediately.