Tomato Grits - Alabama Farmers Federation

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1 1/4 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup quick-cooking grits
• 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter, divided
• 1/3 cup chopped green onions
• 4 ounces Mexican-flavored pasteurized processed cheese, cubed
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
• 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies