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pimento cheese recipe

A creamy, savory spread made with cheese, pimentos, and spices, perfect for sandwiches or as a dip.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheese and Base
  • 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese grated
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
Flavorings
  • 1 cup pimentos drained and chopped
  • 1 tbsp mayonnaise adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 tsp salt to taste

Method
 

Mix Ingredients
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the grated sharp cheddar cheese and softened cream cheese.
  2. Add the chopped pimentos, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
  3. Using an electric mixer, blend the ingredients until smooth and well combined.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve
  1. Transfer the pimento cheese to a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  2. Serve with crackers, bread, or vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 10gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Pimento cheese can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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