Pimento Cheese Cornbread - Grit

Ingredients

• 1 can (4 to 5 ounces) mild chopped green chiles
• Two 4-ounce jars (or cans) of pimentos
• 1 stick butter, divided
• 1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated (about 3 cups)