INGREDIENTS
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3 or 4 large firm green tomatoes, cut into 1/4 inch rings
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Salt and ground black pepper
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Vegetable or canola oil, for frying
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1 cup buttermilk
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1 tsp cayenne pepper
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1 tsp garlic powder
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3/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup milk
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1 1/3 cups half-and-half, divided
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2 tablespoons butter, divided
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1/3 cup stone ground grits
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Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
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1/2 cup cheddar cheese