Creamy Baked Grits with Pimiento Cheese

Name: Creamy Baked Grits with Pimiento Cheese
Ingredients: 2 cups stone ground yellow grits; 5 cups water; 3 cups half and half; 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 teaspoons salt (or to taste); 20 ounces (1¼ lb) extra sharp cheddar cheese, grated; 1 (7 0z.) jar pimiento slices, drained and chopped; 1 Tablespoon minced red onion; 1½ teaspoon prepared dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce; ⅛ teaspoon white pepper; ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper; ⅛ teaspoon smoked sweet paprika; 4 large eggs, beaten