Cheesy Grits With Sautéed Ham and Kale Recipe

Name: Cheesy Grits With Sautéed Ham and Kale Recipe
Ingredients: 2 cups whole milk; 2 cups water, plus more as necessary; 1 cup coarse ground grits; 2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for seasoning; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided; 4 ounces cheddar cheese, grated; 1 ounce Parmesan cheese, grated; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 medium garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 4 ounces sliced smoked ham, chopped; 1 large bunch kale (about 1 pound) tough stems removed, leaves roughly chopped; 1/2 cup unsalted chicken stock; Hot sauce, for serving (such as Louisiana Hot Sauce or Frank's Red Hot)