Crab and Shrimp Burgers With Garlic Grits Fries

Burgers: In a large bowl, carefully mix all of the ingredients except the breadcrumbs, seafood seasoning and butter.

Form into 8 patties and set on a baking sheet.

Chill for an hour.

Once chilled, cover all sides of the patties with bread crumbs and lay on a separate baking sheet.

Bake in an oven preheated to 375 degrees for 15-20 minutes, flipping once.

If desired, top with a bit of butter and set the burgers onto a vegetable grill basket.

Heat for 1-2 minutes on a preheated grill just for flavor and a little color.

Serve on warm buns.

Fries: Cook the grits according to the package directions.

Stir in the cheese and salt just before removing from heat.

Carefully pour the hot grits into a large, shallow plastic container.

Allow the grits to cool down to room temperature.

Cover, then chill overnight.

When ready, overturn the grits onto a large cutting board and cut into 1/2 wide pieces.

Lay them on a parchment paper covered baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 425 degrees for 30-40 minutes or until browned.

Flip them once to brown all sides.